Wedgies for Peace
As Americans, we owe a great debt to our heroes. I’m not talking about soldiers and sailors, but the real heroes that protect us from harm within our borders. State legislators. We have a new hero in Virginia by the […]
Bobsled Dreams
I have looked back at my past few columns and noticed a disturbing trend. I have seemed angry at something – the thermostat, American Idol, people driving in the snow. I don’t like being angry. Maybe the weather has me […]
Snow Sissies
When I looked out the window at the snow last week, one thought went through my mind. “What is wrong with you people?” Not you. Well, unless you’re someone who runs to the store in a panic, can’t drive in […]
Battle Royale
My wife and I have had an ongoing fight all winter. Don’t worry, this fight won’t involve the police or restraining orders or anyone throwing anything. Well, that is unless I throw some of my belongings on a fire in […]
No More “American Idol”
Later this week, millions of Americans will lose a few hours of their life forever. I wish I could stop it, but they don’t know any better. They will watch “American Idol.” I honestly don’t understand why this phenomenon has […]
Jean Insanity
I did a little shopping after Christmas. I enjoy a bargain just like anyone else, so I wanted to see what I could get on the cheap. I made out OK. I got a DVD (the first season of “Arrested […]
The Next Generation
When we returned to my sister’s house last week after my niece’s wedding, the babysitters let out a sigh of relief. “Our tour of duty is over,” one exclaimed, half-jokingly. My niece had the great idea to have a special […]
The Next Generation
When we returned to my sister’s house last week after my niece’s wedding, the babysitters let out a sigh of relief. “Our tour of duty is over,” one exclaimed, half-jokingly. My niece had the great idea to have a special […]
Monkey Business
I don’t envy police officers. They have a very difficult and stressful job that I could never handle. For instance, they sometimes have to handle hostage situations or suicide threats. I don’t know if I could keep my cool on […]