Yeah, I've been away a while. Sorry about that. Lots going on. No time to explain. Now on the story. The FLORIDA MAN meme has been around for a while and I have featured several stories about it on this blog (you can search for some if you wish). The meme is based the many … Continue reading Now it is time for a Florida Woman Story!
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National Chili Dog Day
The last Thursday in July is always National Chili Dog Day and for me that means a Cheese Coney from a Cincinnati Chili parlor. Whether that is Skyline, Gold Star, Empress, or my favorite Camp Washington Chili it is the best introduction for newbies into the wonderful unique flavor profile that is Cincinnati Chili. You … Continue reading National Chili Dog Day
Only in Florida – Florida Man strikes again, this time in Publix…
I've referenced the FloridaMan meme before in this blog. That happens when an idiot (usually male) from this weird state does something imbecilic or criminal (and usually both) that seems to only happen in Florida. I've taken a recent incident near where I live and amped it up by using an Artificial Intelligence Image Creator. … Continue reading Only in Florida – Florida Man strikes again, this time in Publix…
Only in Florida – Florida Man Competition
A fun entry in the occasional series about oddities of this state. A popular meme of this place is the Florida Man. So many stories here seem to start "A Florida Man ... " and then details crazy and irresponsible behavior of some of the gentlemen from this weird state. Some promoters have capitalized on … Continue reading Only in Florida – Florida Man Competition
National Cincinnati Chili Week starts today
For only the second year we have arrived at National Cincinnati Chili Week! Everyone in the Queen City knows exactly what I am talking about whereas the rest of you are going, uh, huh? That is because the Cincinnati region has a very specialized dish we call Chili but the rest of the world goes … Continue reading National Cincinnati Chili Week starts today
Update on my Dialysis
In case you missed it, recently I renewed my blog after many months of illness. You can review it by finding my blog post of February 5th or searching my past posts for "dialysis." The word cloud above may seem overwhelming to you, it reflects my current journey. The process of performing home dialysis is … Continue reading Update on my Dialysis
Throwback Thursday – Ancient Acting
For no particular reason I am resurrecting a memory from very long ago, way back in my high school days. It was there I contracted the Theater Bug which infests me to this very day. From acting to theater management to playwriting, it consumes me still. Back in Cooper City High School in Florida, circa … Continue reading Throwback Thursday – Ancient Acting
A Throwback Thursday In Memoriam – The Amazing Kreskin
I am a faithful reader of the New York Times Obituary column, because they provide a concise historical insight to a person of consequence. Usually a great read. And sometimes I discover more about someone that had an impact on my life or I met on my travels. I try to note those in my … Continue reading A Throwback Thursday In Memoriam – The Amazing Kreskin
Finally – a word from the mountain
About a week ago I got word that my full length script BLOODLETTING IN THESE HILLS had won the Appalachian Playwriting Festival at the Parkway Playhouse in the lovely mountain town of Burnsville, North Carolina. I would have loved to linger and breathe the clear, cool mountain air but jumped on my motorcycle to hurry … Continue reading Finally – a word from the mountain
Only in Florida – Hitching a Ride: And my A.I. Mashup to match…
Just a quickie Florida oddity today. A nature photographer caught the following image of a raccoon hitching a ride on an alligator. This is a real photo: Of course, I couldn't resist creating a version using Google Gemini to include in my Artificial Intelligence Mash-up Series! Enjoy...
Only in Florida – Gnome Tree
For the second in my occasional Florida series, I needed something lighter than the jail busting story I started with. This involves a strange tree in Holly Hill, just north of Daytona. According to the local museum, the whole project began in 2003 thanks to the efforts of Virginia “Ms. Ginny” Morris, a nearby resident. … Continue reading Only in Florida – Gnome Tree
A New Series – Only In Florida
Having moved back to Florida after many years away, I am again reminded of all the strange occurrences that happen in this state. From time to time I'll be filling you in on the odd people and animals found here. It is always entertaining and sometimes just a little scary. Recently Joseph Leedy, 40, a … Continue reading A New Series – Only In Florida
Happy Chinese (Lunar) New Year
The traditional Chinese New Year happens later than usual this year because it is based on a lunar calendar so I wondered if the timing had any insight into the winner of tomorrow's Super Bowl. Hmmmm, would a Dragon prefer a win by the 49's or the Chiefs? Not sure there is angle here. Okay, time for a … Continue reading Happy Chinese (Lunar) New Year
On this date – the Longest Shootout in FBI History…
On the shore of Lake Weir, in the small town of Oklawaha in Central Florida, near where I currently reside, is a most amazing house. This simple wood frame home was the site of the longest gun battle in FBI history on this date, January 16, 1935. It is remarkable because it is in much the same … Continue reading On this date – the Longest Shootout in FBI History…
Look Locally for National Pizza Week
Today is the start of National Pizza Week and you can find one of America's favorite meals in just about any combination you can imagine. To celebrate I strongly recommend you skip the big national chains and find a local family parlor of distinction. I'll start with a hyper-local recommendation. Mamma Mia Pizzeria advertises and faithfully provides … Continue reading Look Locally for National Pizza Week
Have you been to a Buc-Ee’s?
The first I heard of Buc-Ee's was in a New York Times article which introduced me to this Texas institution. It noted that it was soon planning to expand beyond its home state. Soon enough, two were added to I-95 in Florida (one in Daytona Beach, another near Jacksonville). You'll only find them on an Interstate Highway because … Continue reading Have you been to a Buc-Ee’s?
In Memoriam – Jimmy Buffett
Woke up this morning to read that Jimmy Buffett had passed away. While I was never a Parrothead, I certainly enjoyed his music. It was so easy going and so evocative of the lifestyle he had built. And he had built an empire on his albums, restaurants, hotels, and even a Florida retirement village dedicated … Continue reading In Memoriam – Jimmy Buffett
Throwback Thursday – One year since Mom’s passing
Today marks one year since my mom's passing and therefore about two years since I arrived to live in Florida again. I am happy I had the chance to be with her so close in her last year and sorry we weren't granted more time. But now I celebrate her life and all the impacts … Continue reading Throwback Thursday – One year since Mom’s passing
Throwback Thursday – However did my Reds lose to Fish this week?
Rough stretch for my Cincinnati Reds. We've lost eight of our last nine and we are skidding south. Yesterday we lost the rubber match of a series with the Miami Marlins. Ouch. We'd better show back up to form or the season will slide away from us with just under 60 games left. It did … Continue reading Throwback Thursday – However did my Reds lose to Fish this week?
Time again for my favorite food – Chili Cheese Coneys
The last Thursday in July is National Chili Dog Day and there are many regional variations here in the United States. In Washington D.C. they serve up Half-Smokes, in Michigan they call it a Coney Island Dog, in Rhode Island it is known as a Hot Weiner, in North Carolina they add slaw (really?) and … Continue reading Time again for my favorite food – Chili Cheese Coneys
Throwback Thursday on National Handshake Day
National Handshake Day celebrates one of the most common and ancient means of greeting another person. It is theorized that shaking hands started by opponents grasping each other's wrist to mutually confirm they were not armed. In today's world there are strict rules of the handshake, not too limp, not overenthusiastic or lengthy. And definitely … Continue reading Throwback Thursday on National Handshake Day
Summer Solstice 2023 – gonna be a hot summer
Summer Solstice occurs today at 10:57 AM. Get ready for a long hot summer thanks to the ravages of global warming. Here in Florida, it almost never hits 90 degrees Fahrenheit in the month of May but this year it is a harbinger of things to some. If you are familiar with our usual climate … Continue reading Summer Solstice 2023 – gonna be a hot summer
Throwback Thursday – My Dad and Two Uncles
Looking ahead to Father's Day this weekend, an old photo from 1939. From left to right are the three brothers - my Uncle Reed, my Father Todd and my Uncle Jack playing in the Florida surf. Looks like they are having lots of fun!
Throwback Thursday – A Long Ago Graduate
Now that Mother's Day has passed all the card shops and candy shops are focused on gifts for graduates. Yep, late May and early June is all about pomp and circumstance. So get out your mortar boards and begin the procession. Below is yours truly bonding out of high school. What dweeb! Grow a beard … Continue reading Throwback Thursday – A Long Ago Graduate
Happy Birthday, Dad, I miss you so much
On this day my father would have turned 86 and it would have been a fine party. Unfortunately he died three decades ago in 1993 and so went much too young. I do have two old photos of him taken the year before I was born that I had never before seen. Not sure what … Continue reading Happy Birthday, Dad, I miss you so much
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