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02/20/22

Thinking about Memphis Schools, the Memphis 13 for Black History Month

For the past few weeks, with Black History Month underway, I have done some reflecting and online searching…. I have focused on circles closer to me in black history. One involves the old neighborhood. It starts in the neighborhood we call North Memphis. North Memphis and Me North Memphis the neighborhood where as a child, sleepovers with grandmom happened and… Read More

09/12/20

That Time of Year When Good Boots Come to Mind

The weather actually has the potential to cool down a little bit and I’m looking forward to some changes in scenery this fall. And taking a hike now and then and being ready for the drops in temperatures. Now’s the time to think about good boots and the like. I’ve got a few things happening…. I’ve pulled out some of… Read More

12/20/18

Checking Out the Christmas Markets in Dusseldorf, Germany

Christmas markets in Europe have been part of multiple vacations. And after the latest experience — checking out the markets in Germany — I am really thinking I should make it a habit. A few years ago I spent my birthday in Budapest, including the Christmas market. I also loved the Christmas markets in the UK years ago when my… Read More

12/17/18

Starting a New Series of Posts about Germany — Travel, Culture & More!

I have been lucky enough to travel a lot personally and professionally. Some trips I slow down long enough to write along the way or shortly after I return; others end up on the list to get back to. My November trip to Germany is going to be one that somehow I find a way to write some posts about… Read More

01/28/18

Human Hungry Hungry Hippos — My Family’s Game Night on Video

Yes, this is another one of those posts where I show you the hilarity that my family brings when we get together. And yes, this is my extended family… mom shakes her head at her crazy kids, grandkids and the folks we have all decided to share so much of our holidays, etc. with. The last couple of big holidays… Read More

07/20/17

Tips for Surviving the Extreme Heat & Humidity

Heat advisories are popping up all over the U.S. and the last week or two, my hometown of St. Louis has hit some temperatures and humidity levels that are staggering. Being outside for hours everyday is the norm for lots of people (some farmers, roofers, lawn care folks, etc.), but it is far from my normal day-to-day. On the other… Read More