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“Words Are Meaningless and Forgettable”
– Depeche Mode As another birthday rolled by several weeks ago, I was asked by a colleague at work for some words of wisdom or a life motto that I ascribe to. For the life of a 54-year-old man, I … Continue reading
“I Love You Guys”
– Coach Norman Dale A very kind St. Patrick’s Day wish to you all in this fine month of the calendar. I am very fortunate having had three really good basketball coaches in my life, four if you count my … Continue reading
R.I.P. Rickey
A repost from two years ago in honor of the greatest leadoff hitter in MLB history… “I’ve Been Caught Stealing” Posted on July 4, 2022 by Double K “Once when I was five.” – Jane’s Addiction Jane’s Addiction frontman Perry Farrell was apparently caught stealing … Continue reading
“Look in the Mirror”
“And you see how you’ve been takenYou won’t surrenderBut now your heart is breakin’.” – John Waite There’s a poignant scene in the 1989 holiday classic “Christmas Vacation” where Clark gets locked in the attic while the rest of the … Continue reading
“We’re Soul Alone”
“And soul really matters to me.” – Darryl Hall & John Oates Too much. Some people, some words just tap into your inner soul like a long lost relative grabbing hold and refusing to let go. Somewhere, maybe a place … Continue reading
“Everyday, the Game is Ours to Play”
“Oh tell me why, there are no alibis.” – Sammy Hagar I have a new favorite New York Yankees’ baseball player. He’s no relation to Sammy Hager, and trust me, I don’t like using the words “favorite” and “Yankees” in … Continue reading
“Who Wants to Break the News About Uncle Joe?”
“You remember Uncle Joe.” – Bob Seger Every few months on a random Saturday, I get up early (for me), make some coffee, and drive about 15 minutes to Lake Fayetteville. I park by the Botanical Gardens, throw my tripod … Continue reading
Elly and the Kid
The kid was there holding his sign before the game, in between innings, after the game. Wearing a Reds jersey with the number 44 on the back, the kid had short, dark hair tucked under his Reds hat, and looked … Continue reading
“Do You Remember the Days?”
“We built these paper mountains then sat and watched them burn?” – Foo Fighters A friend recently asked me what it’s like not having either parent living. I thought for a moment and responded with a simple phrase: “It’s quiet.” … Continue reading
sincerely, the 80's 