Category: America
Bingo!
I had an idea several years ago. I wanted to go to every local carnival and make up a t-shirt with the information about each one like a rock tour shirt. That plan fell apart for two reasons – my…
Look at the Brightside
At some point, I will get used to the scene. I hope I don’t, however. This thought ran through my head late on a Saturday night as I jumped up and down and sang “Mr. Brightside” by The Killers at…
Umbrella Wars
Everyone should have the chance to enjoy their vacation how they please. However, the week I just spent at the beach with my family convinced me that more and more people should hire us as vacation planners. For instance, we…
Street Kayaking
When I woke up last Friday, I knew we had a problem on our hands. The morning of our last full day at the beach brought a whole lot of rain. We had already weathered the storm – literally. The…
Change the Focus
I have a complicated relationship with pop culture. I really enjoy pretty much all forms of entertainment and am fascinated by the people that can do those sorts of things. But I hate the attendant drooling over every single aspect…
Missed Opportunity
When I first saw the official-looking letter, I got worried for a second. After all, you don’t expect to get mail from federal court. But then I looked closer. The envelope was not that fat so it didn’t have lots…
Turn TV Good Again
We have a problem, people. A problem with our television sets. Actually, I feel no animosity toward the sets themselves. The developments in television technology never fail to astound me, and I can’t wait to see what comes next. But…
Save Olympic Wrestling
I have had the good fortune to take some really cool trips in my life. When I think back over them, one stands out in particular. In 1984, I went to Los Angeles with two of my brothers to see…
Crabcake Confusion
To be honest, I got a little cocky. I can only blame myself. My wife went away for a few days recently, leaving me in charge of everything – the house, the meals and our daughter. I had complete control….
Fictional Worries
The kids just wanted to help their Dad. They thought if they surprised him by washing the car, he would appreciate their pluck and initiative. They didn’t mean to leave the windows open. They never intended to fill the inside…