OOOOh I Love New Friends!

When I read about this, I just wiggled and giggled with delight, and thought about getting some appropriate gift for my new friend–Switzerland!
Indeed, though it would be highly unproductive to do so out here in the Meadow, I’ve a mind on Wednesday when I return to the city, to give a good shout-out in the [...]

I Want to Ask

It seems an opportune time to rid my brain case of a few puzzling thoughts. Ain’t you glad you stopped by?
I want to ask all those who oppose trying the Gitmo detainees in American civilian courts if they have ever read the Declaration of Independence? I mean, given the fine patriots you all claim to [...]

Spooky Human Behavior

One of the most enduring mysteries of human evolution seems to me our utter uniqueness amongst ourselves. As I’ve met up with a variety of ex-classmates over the last few months, most interesting has been the lifestyle choices. Out of a fairly small, (mostly 1 x 1 mile) area, an amazing divergence has developed.
One person [...]

Are We Having Fun Yet?

Whew. . . . I take it you made it? I mean you survived the day? All that mound of food, irritating relatives and watching the never ending saga of the sad Lions and another loss?
And this is just the beginning. We get to do all this again, and more in about a month. Is [...]

Are You are Real Thanksgiving Player?

The pie is in the oven, and after three and one half exhausting hours of toil in the kitchen, I’m ready for the final push tomorrow. So I thought I’d stop and tell you all about the importance of doing this puppy up right.
For you see, there are basics to this holiday that need to [...]

Marine Sergeant Thanksgiving Drill

Okay, let’s get this thing really clear. Everybody has their own idea of what constitutes a proper Thanksgiving meal. Most of this has to do with what you mother did, or perhaps just the opposite of what she did. You see the point?
Anyway, if yours looks something (and I use the term loosely) like that [...]

Shaddup and Pass the Gravy

Thanksgiving is frankly a uniquely American holiday. Not to say that there are not other harvest celebrations in many parts of the world. There are. And no doubt they have their own unique qualities.
We are not talking better best, but different. Get it?
Thanksgiving to children is part of that delicious march toward the big day [...]