They call themselves Republicans for Harris, believing that the Democratic nominee for POTUS is suited better to hold the job than the Republicans’ own presidential nominee. It is far too early — and the view from my perch doesn’t allow me to predict anything with accuracy — to know what this means in terms of … Continue reading GOPers for Harris channels an earlier mutiny
David Axelrod, one of Barack Obama’s political gurus, poses an interesting thought on social media. It concerns “comedian” Kathy Griffin’s disgraceful video showing her holding a “decapitated head” purporting to be that of Donald J. Trump. CNN fired Griffin for her utterly crass stunt, which she initially thought of as an “artsy fartsy statement.” So … Continue reading Griffin gets canned; ‘Madman’ gets a pass
I stand before you today to declare a conditional victory in the war I have been waging … with myself. About 15 weeks ago, I joined a class of fellow military veterans who reportedly struggled as I have with weight control. I sought professional help because I was unable to come to grips with what … Continue reading Declaring victory in this fight
I saw a social media post that declared, “Losing a dog is almost as bad as losing a loved one.” Hah! “Almost as bad”? I beg to differ. Losing a dog is just like losing a loved one. At least that’s the case in my house. I live in North Texas and am the parent … Continue reading Dogs are in fact ‘loved ones’
Two years have passed since I experienced the worst day of my life and I still am getting the reaction from those intending to offer some semblance of comfort. I recently explained to someone who inquired about my marital status. “I am a widower,” I responded. “Oh? Tell me what happened,” came the reaction. I … Continue reading No redeeming value in this loss
A friend asked me a question I have been asked many times since moving to Texas in the spring of 1984. “Do you plan to move back to Oregon at any time?” the question came. I answered my pal the same way I have answered it many times before. “My short answer is no,” I … Continue reading I am ‘home’ for keeps
The worst day of my life befell my family and me two years ago today. My beloved bride, Kathy Anne, lost her battle with glioblastoma. Fifty-one years with this wonderful woman could not have been more glorious, adventuresome and thrilling as we watched our sons grow into the two finest men you’ll ever know. We … Continue reading Worst day spawns new life
Three weeks into a nutrition and health management program run by the Veterans Administration and I am going to issue a preliminary progress report. I signed up for this program a few weeks ago because I determined I need professional help with shedding the weight I gained after I lost my bride, Kathy Anne, to … Continue reading Placebo effect takes hold … maybe
Thirty years ago this week, I piled most of my worldly possessions into a 1987 Honda Civic and set out for what would be the final stop on my fun-filled career in print journalism. I had spent nearly 11 years pursuing my craft in Beaumont, Texas, but then an opportunity presented itself in a community … Continue reading Remembering final big move
Long ago, I vowed to cease making New Year’s resolutions for reasons you’ll understand … I don’t follow through on them. So, what the hell is the point? However, 2025 is going to mark the start of a new journey I intend fully to complete. I wrote on this blog a while ago that I … Continue reading New year, challenge await