In literature, he or she is referred to as the “protagonist”. The leading character, hero, or heroine of the drama. These are the good guys. The good girls. The characters who, though not perfect and may stumble along the way, do the right thing. Especially in the end. As good literature proves, without tension there […]
“Daddy, I have a question.” I hear this often from my daughters. 2nd grader’s this year, they love learning. I wonder what her question is this time? What’s 16 + 16? How to spell “clock”? Or maybe something regarding a favorite place, like “When are we going to Krispy Kreme again?” “Sure, Emma, what’s your question?” […]
Who taught you what you know? What proficient skills do you possess because, once upon a time, someone had the patience to start from scratch and teach them to you? Have you said “thank you”? As I sit here composing this column it occurs to me that my fingers are quickly, and fairly accurately, navigating […]
For Annie and Emma and me, one of our favorite places to eat is Rudy’s BBQ. My first experience with Rudy’s was in Austin, Texas while visiting with our friends Andy and Lynn Neillie and Ron Sciarro. At Rudy’s, your plate is a sheet of waxed paper spread out on a picnic table. Brisket, ribs, […]