Pulling a Shawshank: a Prayer on the Pacific
As we both stood on the edge of the beach, we could hear everything. And I mean everything… the Pacific … Continue reading Pulling a Shawshank: a Prayer on the Pacific
Tag: Death
A Eulogy: an Ode to a Father and a Grandfather
My friend Tim was gracious enough to share the eulogy he gave for his father’s funeral recently. I’ve known Tim … Continue reading A Eulogy: an Ode to a Father and a Grandfather
Doggy Heaven
I watch over him from up above now. We watch over all of them from where we are. We can … Continue reading Doggy Heaven
Sweet Grandma Jane
I love reading stories of people reminiscing over their grandparents. Our western society does not value age the way eastern … Continue reading Sweet Grandma Jane
Age Is But a Collection of Candles
I posted these two entries on my FaceBook recently, in response to something I’ve believed for quite some time – … Continue reading Age Is But a Collection of Candles
When a Pet Dies
Remember when email forwards were the norm? With social media, those have gone the way of the dodo-bird. Now that … Continue reading When a Pet Dies
New Years Inspiration
There was a time in my life a long time ago when I would engage in extracurriculars to provide me … Continue reading New Years Inspiration
12/22: Birth and Rebirth
Today I celebrate my sixth birthday. Today my niece celebrates her third birthday. 12/22/2008 is a special day for me. … Continue reading 12/22: Birth and Rebirth
Growing Old or Growing Up?
Remember those email forwards from the 90s and 00s? The ones where if you didn’t forward them, you were going … Continue reading Growing Old or Growing Up?
Legend – A Message from Papa Jimmy
I’ve been friends with Paulie T for ten years. We worked together at Careerbuilder in Chicago for much of it; … Continue reading Legend – A Message from Papa Jimmy
Secret of My SucCecil 