I was recently given my first unfinished manuscript to read from a potential first-time author, who happens to be an inmate in prison. The last chapter remains unwritten. This inmate possesses the same first name as I. The author was dealt an awful, horrible, and unthinkable hand at birth. Maybe one that he may never …
Hurt people hurt people. Hope & a Prayer March 18th, 2023@ 8:30! Read More »
“Do it while you are able.” I was reminded of these words of wisdom spoken to me by my seventy-year-old father over fifteen years ago, as I was on my way to the hospital this week to visit my mom who had fallen. My father was suffering through lung cancer that had been diagnosed. He …
Last Saturday I was in the stands of Citizens Bank Park in Philadelphia, Pa. with my 26-year-old son. That is when history was made. Phillies all-star catcher J.T. Realmuto hit an inside the park home run versus reigning World Series Champion Atlanta Braves in the clinching game to win the series. The win placed the …
“Caught” an exhilarating shared FIRST. How sweet it was! Read More »
I was part of the first graduating class of St. Albert the Great grade school back in 1972. When someone from the class posted a suggestion for a 50th Reunion there seemed to be great enthusiasm for participating, but not anyone to do the work of putting it on. Always looking for firsts to do …
A 50 Year Grade School Reunion – what a cherished First! Read More »
