Reggie
In the midst of the joyful anticipation on this crisp September afternoon, I don’t remember who first noticed, but word spread quickly....
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Oct 15 min read
The Walk
Newly inaugurated President Jimmy Carter and First Lady Roslynn on their walk down Pennsylvania Avenue, 1977 President Jimmy Carter is a...
Aug 124 min read
Anticipation
When you hear or see the word “anticipation” what’s your first thought? If you are of a certain age, it might be the 1971 hit record by...
May 268 min read
Commencement 2024
Dr. Kevin Cherry, Vice President of the Richard Hampton Jenrette Foundation, former state historian of North Carolina, and this year's...
May 224 min read
Routine
Routine is something that has eluded me in my retirement years. I felt badly about it until I realized that I had been rebelling against...
Apr 1715 min read
Car Talk*
My son-in-law describes himself as a “car guy” and the more I’ve thought about it, so am I. Now, though I have done a brake job and...
Dec 28, 20235 min read
Dance Recital Blues
I have spent a good portion of my life at dance recitals; or I should say waiting at dance recitals. Waiting for the performance of the...
Nov 27, 20239 min read
Our Memorable Thanksgiving Fails*
Rockwell interpretation by artist Sam Spratt Let me begin by saying that my wife is a fantastic cook. My daughters, sons-in law, and...
Nov 17, 20233 min read
Band of Brothers
A dear friend, now departed this earth, invited me to join a Men’s Bible Study group at St. Michael's Episcopal Church ten years ago. He...
Oct 16, 20237 min read
Bucket List Belgium
The canals of Bruges Belgium I recently had the opportunity to cover two life-long wishes with one compact trip to Europe. I don’t use...
Sep 29, 20235 min read
Brooks
I just returned from a week in Belgium and France with a head full of blog ideas, but the passing of a Baltimore legend requires a pause...
Sep 8, 20234 min read
Front Porch Photos
While I love summertime and its accompanying beach, baseball and boating, my favorite season has always been autumn. The anticipation of...
Aug 20, 20236 min read
I will lift up mine eyes
I am not an avid hiker but have always recognized the therapeutic benefit of a long walk in the woods. I had such an opportunity this...
Aug 13, 20238 min read
Hobson's Choice
Hobson's Choice. 3145 Florence Road, Woodbine, Howard County, Maryland. c. 1830 In the late 16th and early 17th centuries, Thomas Hobson...
Jul 15, 20237 min read
Hi-Yo Silver
A fiery horse with the speed of light, a cloud of dust and a hearty ‘Hi-Yo Silver’… The Lone Ranger! With his faithful Indian companion,...
Jul 7, 202310 min read
In Search of St. Francis
All Saints, Catonsville, Maryland Today is the feast day of Saint Francis of Assisi. I use the occasion and the third anniversary of...
Jul 3, 20233 min read
Not Just a Day Off
Those of you who know me, have heard me say, "when you work at the Vatican you have to work Christmas Eve; and when you work at the...
Jun 25, 20233 min read
Happy Birthday Pollyanna
Today is my birthday and I absolutely refuse to be discouraged. The gloomy predictions about the future of democracy, threatened violence...
Jun 9, 20234 min read
So long Ted
It was like saying goodbye to an old friend. I know. It’s silly to conflate fandom with friendship. But we were fans of the character...
Jun 4, 20238 min read
Yard Sale II (A Series)
photo courtesy of Deposit Photos A lifetime of holding yard sales has taught me a lot of lessons and this installment is a humorous...
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