I seem to talk, think and write a lot about time. Maybe because at my age I’m fast running out of it. Or it could be because the world around me is fast spinning out of control. Whatever the reason, it’s my earthly time I’m thinking about here that is …
I may be dating myself here, but have you ever heard the old saying “You can’t make a silk purse out of a sows ear?” The meaning is somewhat self explanatory but let me explain what I am getting at with this analysis. A sow or pig’s ear is all …
I recall a summer like this circa 1985 or so. High temperatures everyday. No rain, no summer breeze. Just hot, sticky. Back then I was one of the owners of Odd’s Bodkin, a Jean store and video rental outlet. Everyday after work, we could hardly wait to lock up for …
We have all seen what a new broom looks like; straight, clean with long bristles to pick up the dirt, attached to a smooth and strong round wooden handle. All in all, a great instrument for cleaning and getting all the needed jobs accomplished. Now compare that to the old …
