I did some research but could not locate the origin of the top ten list. Many point to the early top ten lists by David Letterman. However, not even he is said to have originated the practice of gathering various types of information, organizing that information, and then formulating a list in ascending order according to some […]Read Post ›
This topic had its genesis about 32 1/2 years ago. At that time, I was early into my recovery and preparing to speak at a retreat for alcoholics and their families. I happened to mention this to a coworker who replied with “You alcoholics! When you are drinking you brag about how much you can drink and […]Read Post ›
Sometimes I look at myself in the mirror and just stare in wonder. No – erase that thought. I do not marvel at my good looks. (Although I may cringe at what I see!) I just do not see myself as being as old as the reflection obviously shows. While I may not have the […]Read Post ›
I like reading signs. Well, there are some signs I would rather not see like “Detour Ahead” or “Lane Closed Be Prepared to Stop.” Then there are the more humorous signs which make me smile. I wonder who came up with the ideas for signs like this much less being able to get approval to […]Read Post ›
I am a 63 year old grandfather, a recovering alcoholic, a long time Green Bay Packer fan and, yes I watch the Hallmark Channel – and it is even by choice. I watch the Hall of Fame presentations and enjoy them all. I go beyond watching just the month-long Christmas collection and will check to see what […]Read Post ›
Some of you are old enough I am sure to recognize the date above. It was the day that President John F. Kennedy was assassinated. Certainly it was a day that brought the United States to a standstill. And the nation was undoubtedly changed because of the events on that day That date is also […]Read Post ›
Sometimes I do not pay close enough attention to those everyday occurrences that are there to teach me lessons. Maybe it is the routines happening around me that lull me into inattention. Or I am so concerned about my own life that I do not see what is out there for me to note and […]Read Post ›
I could say with full confidence that a number of you could guess how I would finish that title. I fully understand the purpose of introducing yourself at some of the support group meetings. It is a way to find a common ground with others. It is also a way to take responsibility for where […]Read Post ›
April 19th will mark 21 years since the Oklahoma City bombing. On that day in 1995 the Alfred P. Murrah Federal Building was destroyed by a truck full of explosives. The blast not only devastated or damaged up to 300 surrounding buildings, but also left dead 168 persons, 19 of which were young children and […]Read Post ›
In a previous post you met Trey, the dog you see in the foreground. Trey is very intelligent and obedient. The other dog pictured in the background is Driver. He was not blessed with a lot of intelligence and is still in the process of learning how to obey. What he does have […]Read Post ›
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