A Walk in the Park
A Walk in the Park There can’t be many people in the United States today who have not heard of Jurassic Park…as in, probably nobody. You know the theme well; scientists find a way to…
What Next?
What Next? I had many ideas for what I wanted to post this week but that all changed yesterday, when I realized that today (September 30, 2022) is exactly two months from my last workday…
”like a tremendous machine”
”like a tremendous machine” It was March 30, 1970 when it became obvious that the mare, Somethingroyal, was about to give birth to her second foal. The little horse arrived at Meadow Stables just after…
Mom, September 17, 1926 – September 17, 2022
Mom, September 17, 1926 – September 17, 2022 As you already know, or have guessed, I love to write. I’ve done a lot of it in my life, including poetry, at least two poems which…
Fins, Fur, Feathers, and Bone
Fins, Fur, Feathers, and Bone Trying to advertise my blog I sometimes post a little blurb about the current post and include a photo to “catch the eye” of perspective readers. One lady took exception…
Of All the Luck
Of All the Luck It’s kind of incredible that Frane Selak reached the age of 87 (He passed away on November 30,2016.), especially considering that Ripley’s Believe it or Not has called him, “the unluckiest…
The Colossus of Cops
The Colossus of Cops Pete hired on to the police department of Hallsville, Missouri, a tiny town north of Columbia. He was a topic of conversation from the moment he arrived. He was amiable and…
Hurting Feelings
Hurting Feelings I’ve tried very hard all my life not to hurt other people’s feelings any more than necessary, but life has shown me that there are certain times when you just can’t avoid it. …
The Incredible Career of the USS Tang
The Incredible Career of the USS Tang The USS Tang was one of the most devastating submarines of World War II. During the war, it was credited with sinking 31 ships, totaling approximately 227,800 tons. …
Tuff Times
Tuff Times In my many years on this earth, I’ve known a lot of people. Some of them stand out for their amazing abilities, intelligence, or work ethic. Others, while they may have had some…