Book Review: Kick It
I definitely don't read enough for someone who loves to write. Each year, I say I will read more, but end up goofing off on the Internet or watching TV…
Captain Ahab Wins
Kudos if you get the Lewis Black reference. I couldn't resist since his bits on the Janet Jackson-Justin Timberlake saga from the Super Bowl a few years ago. He went…
Dethroned
After 22 years, my family’s annual trek to the beach has gained a certain kind of routine.
My oldest sisters head down to the beach early to set out a cadre of chairs so we can reserve precious space on the sand.
One night, we meet at the boardwalk in Rehoboth Beach to all get on the bumper cars together and take out a year’s worth of frustrations.
And we all repair to our favorite games in the arcade most nights – a few on skeeball, a few on a game we have dubbed “Lucky Duck” and the rest scattered amongst claw machines and other games to entertain the younger set.
The two years before this trip, something else has helped maintain normalcy during beach week. I won the annual cornhole tournament those years along with John, my niece’s husband.
We looked to put together an unprecedented three-peat this year. I felt so confident, I even left my championship belt back in Hanover.
Either that or I’m absent-minded and didn’t even think about packing it. Take your choice.
Last Comic Standing
I really enjoyed the first two seasons of NBC's Last Comic Standing. Thanks to those summer shows, I found out about comics like Rich Vos, Todd Glass, Rob Cantrell, Kathleen…
Everyone into the Pool!
One time a few years ago, our neighbor came over to our house in a little bit of a panic. My car had rolled from in front of their house…
Viva La Revolucion!
Every generation has unique challenges. Some fight important wars. Some lead needed social change. Others discover ways to save the planet.
I have a different idea for how I can help my generation stand out in history. We have a very important task at hand, and this summer can begin our quest.
We need to make sure men realize that you just can’t wear socks with sandals.
Tom Petty: American Icon
We had a pretty quiet Independence Day. The weather didn't cooperate so our pool time was limited, and I honored our forefathers by taking a nap and grilling. Before I…
America!
It maybe raining, but at least I know that the Mustard Belt resides in the greatest country in the world once again. God Bless You, Joey Chestnut. I'm just a…
Baseball Defeats Terrorists
The Fourth of July plays an important role in baseball. According to lore, the standings on our nation's birthday play a big factor in who ends up with bragging rights…
Finally, a Cheap Volvo
Sometimes, I just don’t know what gets inside of people’s heads. I see things that go on around me and just can’t help but saying, “What were they thinking?”
I have had a few instances of that lately. The first came when I went to see R.E.M. in concert. I’m not a huge collector of ticket stubs, but I do like to hang on to them so I can reminisce once in a while.
So after I got inside the venue, I started looking at my stub. A lot of times, the back gets you a chance to get something free or discounted, and I wanted to see what I could get for free this time. The result shocked me.
My ticket stub gave me the opportunity to get $200 on a new Volvo. Wow, just what I needed.