I want to wish each and everyone a Happy July 4. With it being Independence Day, we really need to examine what it really means. Some people would argue that the colonists were wrong to ignore King George III and things could have been negotiated with more diplomacy. Others would say, as long as theContinue reading “Happy July 4! This Year, It Means A Lot More Than Fireworks And BBQ”
Category Archives: Op-Ed
Best Calzone Ever!
Hands down, Mellow Mushroom makes the best calzones I’ve ever had. Of course, I’ve never visited a pizzeria in Chicago or New York City. But I’d like to take that challenge some day. Mellow Mushroom has locations mostly in the South and eastern Midwest. If you’ve ever seen Trouble with the Curve, Clint Eastwood’s characterContinue reading “Best Calzone Ever!”
Please Help If You Can
My good friend, Cloe Hadidi, was hurt in a hit and run on June 23. Her dog, Nami, was also hit. Thankfully, they are both alive but are dealing with pain issues as well as medical and vet bills. Please donate to this link below: Every little bit helps. If you can donate financially, thanContinue reading “Please Help If You Can”
Vilano Beach At St. Augustine
The Georgia Aquarium Somewhat Fishy
Ever since I saw The Georgia Aquarium showcased in the movie The Change-Up, I thought it must’ve been something extraordinary with that big whale shark. A TV show Ocean Mysteries with Jeff Corwin often featured footage of the Aquarium on every episode for five seasons. It looked like something grandiose. Well, looks can be deceiving.Continue reading “The Georgia Aquarium Somewhat Fishy”
Happy Birthday, Mel Brooks!
Mel Brooks, one of the kings of comedy turns 99 today, June 28. And it’s good to be the king! Recently, there was news that a sequel to Spaceballs is in the works as well as a series based on Young Frankenstein. I wasn’t a big fan of History of the World Part II, butContinue reading “Happy Birthday, Mel Brooks!”
Exxxotica This Weekend In Miami
Exxxotica is celebrating 20 years. Currently, there is a convention in Miami ongoing this weekend. I got into Miami later than expected and was only there for an hour or so. I’ll have more photos in a few days. For more information, go to https://www.exxxoticaexpo.com/locations/miami-fl/
Spend Some Time At Centennial Park
Centennial Park located in downtown Atlanta was originally designed as a tourist attraction during the 1996 Summer Olympics. But it would soon become the infamous site of a terrorist attack by Eric Rudolph. It would also set off a media frenzy in which Richard Jewell, a security guard would be blamed for the attack. HisContinue reading “Spend Some Time At Centennial Park”
What Do You Think About People Who Park Like This?
Maybe it has always been this way but for the last few years, I’ve seen more and more people parking by backing in. Maybe it’s because with the newer cars, they have rear-view cameras. But I’ve noticed this actually causes more problems for other drivers which is why I don’t like it. The other day,Continue reading “What Do You Think About People Who Park Like This?”
Please Help A Friend Of A Friend
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