Category Archives: Writing

Before there were pink ribbons, Susan B. Komen events, “Save the Ta-Ta’s” t-shirts and breast cancer support groups, there was Betty Ford.  At time when breast cancer survivors were forced to suffer in silence, she announced to the world she … Continue reading →

As I was flipping through the pages of an old book, I came across a scrap of paper.  It was worn and kind of yellowed.  I unfolded it and read the words printed on it :  “Clean the catsup off … Continue reading →

Squirrels feared him.  And so they should have. He was a terrier. A mighty Border Terrier.  His bark was equal to his bite. That summer evening, he sat on the back porch waiting.  Waiting. Waiting for the exact right moment. Waiting. … Continue reading →

Freedom isn’t easy. There’s no script. No plan. No one telling you what to do. You’re expected to do your best and to make your own way. Yes, it’s hard. But the rewards are unlimited. Happy birthday America. May freedom … Continue reading →

“We hold these truths to be self-evident, that all men are created equal, that they are endowed by their Creator with certain unalienable Rights, that among these are Life, Liberty and the pursuit of Happiness.” The Declaration of Independence by … Continue reading →

We’re getting into the homestretch for political campaigns.  And that means one thing: The tide of political ads will begin to rise.  You’ll see ads in the morning. You’ll see ads at lunch.  Ads will blanket you during to dinner.  … Continue reading →

The #1 answer I get when I ask candidates about what’s the hardest part about running for statewide office is this: The travel.  And the ones I’ve talked to are aren’t flying the friendly skies. They’re putting miles on their … Continue reading →