Monthly Archives: August 2012

Sometimes the Sequel is Better


It’s not often that a sequel is better than the original. I know we’ve all sat through a corny remake or a sappy follow-up and said, “Absolutely, the original was far better. I find myself doing that all the time … Continue reading

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Tired of being Scared


It dawned on me the other day while listening to main stream media outlets, that I’m sick and tired of being scared. Every day, I am broadsided with one crisis after another. It seems as if our political system as … Continue reading

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I Long for Manners


I was waiting in the doctors office recently, an older woman sat across from me was also awaiting her appointment. From out of nowhere the most annoying ring tone with the volume of a tornado siren blared. It was an … Continue reading

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When my wife is absent


Today I am challenged with independence. I say this because my wife is gone for ten days. Wow, ten glorious days! I can push the envelope and no one will know. I can rent the movie Old Yeller and no … Continue reading

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