By the time this column is published, Christmas 2016, heck even the year itself will be tucked quietly away within the pages of history. But, as I sit at home pounding away on my laptop, the day remains in its infancy. The silence is almost deafening, and I am not merry. The last ten or Read More
Today, it is a very good thing that newspapers, on-line or print, are items to be read and therefore provide some degree of separation from the audience, unlike say, live television. Why do I feel this way? Well, because at this very moment, I am beyond exhausted, mentally, physically and spiritually. Fatigued literally to the Read More
Football Season; college and professional is an exciting time for fans and players alike. Athletes take it to the gridiron for the chance to prove they are the best. Existing records are broken, new records are set; some dreams are realized while others are squashed. Personally, my loyalties are sometimes divided, especially during bowl and Read More
As an adult, I cannot help but wonder; what the heck happens to us when we’re grown??? Yes, older kids can sometimes be cruel to those who are different i.e., but generally speaking kids are accepting of others. When does that acceptance turn to intolerance? Typical nursery room scene: Ooo, you’re playing with blocks, can Read More
Ghosts, witches, Jack O’Lanterns, haunted houses, costumes and millions of pounds of candy can only mean one thing, Christmas is right around the corner!! October 31 is the day designated on our Gregorian calendar as Halloween, or the holiday formerly known as, “All Hallows’ Eve.” Unbeknownst to most people, the holiday we celebrate today actually Read More
Effective communicators understand that listening is a key component to their success. Good listeners not only hear what is verbalized, but they understand the feelings behind the words. Being a good listener requires practice, effort, time and determination. Sadly, these intangibles are rare qualities in many people. We desire to be good listeners, but are Read More
Cinco de Mayo, the day everyone eats Tex-Mex food, drinks beer and margaritas, right? Why there’s a need to reserve a special day for such revelry is beyond me. I could eat Mexican food, particularly homemade refried bean and cheese tacos, and guacamole, practically seven days a week. Well, maybe six days, one day is Read More
