DId I Say That?
Did I Say That? The generational divide
A wise philosopher once said, “Some things never change.” You’re probably thinking that was Plato or Aristotle or Hegel or Homer Simpson. No. It was my wife, and she doesn’t … read more
Did I Say That? Taking time for gratitude
Over the past few months, I’ve given about four gifts … and not gotten one thank-you note. OK, so maybe I’m thin-skinned, maybe I want more recognition than I deserve, … read more
Did I Say That?
When my daughter visited Monticello, the home of Thomas Jefferson, our third president and author of the Declaration of Independence, she brought me back a souvenir — a t-shirt with … read more
Did I Say That? Past reflections
Through a series of peculiar events, I was volunteered to reach out to my former classmates for our high school reunion. I would have had more success knocking on their … read more
Did I Say That? Yearbook photos of yesteryear
I had a horrifying experience last week. I went back to the future … or the past … or wherever I went. Actually, I went to my high school reunion, … read more
Did I Say That? Points of compromise
When you live with someone for a long time, you adopt their bad habits … because if you don’t, you’ll end up with a divorce or coronary. It’s a form … read more
Did I Say That? How’s it going?
Think about this. You meet a friend on the street, or maybe an enemy, or possibly an ex-husband or ex-wife. It could be your gastroenterologist, your pastor, your lawyer, your … read more
Letter: Department of Human Services grateful for Tokeneke Pumpkin Fair committee donation
The following letter was sent to Amy Daniels and Ms. Doreen Godfrey of the Tokeneke Parents Association. It is reprinted here at the writer’s request. \To the Editor: On behalf … read more
Did I Say That? Horoscopes and diet trends
I’m beginning to think I can trust my horoscope more than I can trust science, especially after reading a study that said people who eat red meat and cheese will … read more