I fear the world my daughters are walking into. Paris, Brussels, Istanbul, Orlando, so many others that I don't know or remember, and now Dallas...... My daughters are preparing to walk into a world of fear and hatred, a world... Continue Reading →
Ugh. That's all I've got right now is ugh. I had somewhat high hopes for this summer, but yet realistic ones. I have one daughter who wants to work all the hours humanly possible to buy a *insert some kind... Continue Reading →
I grew up going to school in a small town. My graduating class was 29 students and while that was small, it was pretty typical of the area. Everyone knew what each other was doing, regardless if they needed to... Continue Reading →
Tonight was the end of an era. Our daughter, Gabrielle, made the choice as a third grader to join the local swim team instead of playing softball. Tonight, she saw the water for the last time as a competitor. She missed... Continue Reading →
Good morning and Happy Friday to you all. I've discovered that after my wife leaves for work, a cup of coffee, a book, and a spot in my new addition (a four seasons sunroom) is spectacular! I've got the overhead... Continue Reading →
I've told people I wouldn't be that person who talked about cancer a whole lot, and this post, along with the previous two, will have it mentioned in it. #oops But, this is much more a celebration than another cancer... Continue Reading →
A fine Tuesday to those 5 readers who are checking out my blog today. It's a good day, a hot day, and my daughter's 16th birthday. It's amazing how you have children these creatures grow up right before you, and... Continue Reading →
Last night, I had the opportunity to take part in a world premiere, the debut of a new piece of music called "Lifelong Joy". A while back, I had a chance to pick up my tuba and play again after 26... Continue Reading →
It's days like these that make me wonder if what I'm doing is making any difference in the least. As I watch scores start to come in, and they aren't good, it just makes me question everything that I've done... Continue Reading →
The Life of a Conflicted Teacher 