I wrote this on Facebook on the early morning of July 27, 2013...one day later it appears here: It’s well past midnight and I’m sitting here with all sorts of sentimental thoughts in my head. My son – my only child – turns 18 today. Boy that was fast. Throughout my younger years, my own … Continue reading So now he turns 18…
Essays & Inspirations
Boston Strong
Boston took a giant hit last week on one of its most glorious days. Patriots Day. It's called Patriot's Day because it celebrates the very opening battles of the American Revolution at Lexington and Concord. It's celebrated by many because that feeling of patriotism can still be felt in the air amongst those that live … Continue reading Boston Strong
My thoughts on Election 2012
I'm going to end up voting for someone who I often don't agree with. That's me. I'm a centrist/independent. Got that from my dad. And while I admire my choice for the presidency, I don't worship him. It's just that overall, I either agree with him more than I do his opponent or I've found something … Continue reading My thoughts on Election 2012
Just started on Springpad and Pinterest
So I"m playing around with both Springpad and Pinterest, creating notebooks on the former, boards on the latter. It's somewhat fun, although I don't know what will come from it. Obviously, the best part of these two networks is that they allow us to use our visual creativity to express what we are, what we … Continue reading Just started on Springpad and Pinterest
Sandy’s aftermath
As hurricane Sandyroars outside, I'm now thinking how fortunate I am. It's somewhat rough here...but from what's going on in the news and from what I'm hearing from my friends on social media, it's obvious that many other areas have it a lot worse. Here, it's mostly hard rain and some strong winds inconsistently coming … Continue reading Sandy’s aftermath
InterActivate: It’s Time
This week I (finally) launched my business. InterActivate. InterActivate is a digital marketing communications agency designed to help regional and local that offers comprehensive and customized marketing and engagement plans for small and mid-sized businesses to help them thrive in the digital age. It's also time to re-launch the business blog, Digital Street Journal. It's time … Continue reading InterActivate: It’s Time
Gingrich, janitors, the 1%, and you and me
First of all, do yourself a favor and watch this movie: http://www.philosopherkingsmovie.com/ The defining moment during this Republican presidential primary season came for me when Newt Gingrich suggested that school systems get rid of most of their janitors in order to hire students. It wasn't just what he said, it was the subsequent response and lack … Continue reading Gingrich, janitors, the 1%, and you and me
Where were you (when the world stopped turning)?
Where were you when the world stopped turning? Alan Jackson asked us almost ten years ago. Now I'm asking you. This week, for obvious reasons, is going to bring back a whole range of memories and emotions. 9/11 has been the seminal event of my lifetime. Close to 3000 people lost their live in one … Continue reading Where were you (when the world stopped turning)?
I have a problem with this
Recently, here in Washington, DC a 92 year old socialite and "Georgetown Hostess" was apparently murdered. She was found dead in her home. Tragic. The lead suspect is her 47 year old husband. The story keeps on getting front page mention in the Washington Post. This will go on for weeks...any new news will be … Continue reading I have a problem with this
Gonna learn how to pick a guitar
So I went out and bought new strings for that guitar I bought five years ago. The one that I was going to learn how to play. The one that's been in the corner for the past five years. Maybe I figured that if I don't start back on it now, it will never happen. … Continue reading Gonna learn how to pick a guitar
Thoughts From Vinton Ave 