The Kids Don’t Want It
Since I was a young boy I have always been fond of the “things and stuff” that my parents had accumulated over the years. I should explain that my father was 58 years old when I was born; so much … Continued
THE BUCKET LIST
As we get older we begin to think more about our bucket list. What do we want to do; where do we want to go; and with whom do we want to share the experiences? For the past year or … Continued
FREE COLLEGE TUITION
President Obama suggestion that everyone should be eligible for a free college tuition met with extremely mixed reviews on both sides of the aisles of Congress. Who will pay the costs? Is everyone really college material? Is this just more … Continued
Much Ado About Nothing
Much Ado About Nothing is generally considered one of Shakespeare’s best comedies, because it combines elements of robust hilarity with more serious meditations on honor, shame, and court politics. It was written in 1598 – 1599, but the title fits … Continued
Obama “Suggests” Change to the Constitution
I read that yesterday President Obama “suggested” that the Constitution be changed to make voting mandatory. Now let that sink in for a moment. My initial knee jerk reaction was one of disbelief, immediately followed by abject panic. Could he … Continued
Aging – When I Was 65
There is an old song that begins “when I was 17, it was a very good year” and ends with “when I was 65 and in the autumn of my life.” Now I look back to when I was 65 … Continued
Branson, MO (change is coming)
Branson, Missouri, known to many as the live music capital of America, is changing. Entertainment has been its main product. For many years this has drawn millions of visitors annually, the majority of which qualify for the senior citizens’ discounts … Continued
The White Shoes
A few weeks ago, as I was getting ready to go to the gym in the morning, my wife looked at my white cross trainer shoes and commented on the color. Being oblivious, I asked “what is the matter with … Continued
50 SHADES OF GREY
50 Shades of Grey is the title of an extremely popular and controversial movie now in theaters, encompassing such things as sexual promiscuity and bondage. Even grandmothers are commenting on it. To me the title has an entirely different connotation. … Continued