Little sayings, slogans, and general slang terms inevitably invade our everyday language. Colloquialisms, aphorisms, proverbs and the like most often enrich, rather than detract, from our expressive communications. I was watching the four and a half hour movie “Tin...
A strong sense of humor is a vital asset. In fact, I call it my most valuable possession. Laughter is undeniably good for the mind, body and spirit, and I never miss an opportunity to see the funny side of any situation. When I was visiting Tahlequah, Oklahoma, last...
I was in Jackpot, Nevada for a few days last month. It was a crazy month in the Nevada desert, weather-wise, with hailstorms and flash-flooding and a great deal of lightning and other special effects. I loved it. I loved it so much I didn’t even mind when a four-inch...
I’m happy to report that Eldon, Pat and Eric safely completed their journey from Astoria, Oregon to Honolulu, Hawaii aboard a 35-foot sloop (see blog entry June 19) with only minor difficulties. For the first week or so, Pat and Eric suffered from severe seasickness....
My sister was born on the Fourth of July. Naturally, her birthday cake was always iced with red, white and blue frosting. Our father and grandfather served in the army. Our house sported an American flag on all patriotic holidays. In the classroom, I taught my...
