Many of the advertisements on this past Sunday’s Super Bowl telecast reflected on how life was “back in the day” and were somewhat nostalgic, thus, the inspiration for this post focusing on grocery stores. Remembering my mom didn’t learn how to drive until I was twelve (not really knowing if she ever knew how to drive), my dad did all […]
Back in October, 2023 I posted “Which Are You? Eagle or Duck”. It didn’t get too many “looks”, but I would encourage those of you who follow this blog to take a few minutes and read that posting which goes “hand and hand” with this post before reading this anymore. Having initially been a professional Chauffeur when I entered the […]
As I’ve recounted in the past, my father first put me to work when I was twelve years of age which was in1964 and I finally left the supermarket industry after 32-years in 2002 when I turned fifty. Would think the Baby Boomer would’ve been content in retirement after working for 38 years, but, unfortunately, being a so-called workaholic, I […]
Following my 32-year corporate career in the supermarket industry, the Baby Boomer spent 20+ years in the transportation industry. More specifically, working with a company that provided black car service for corporate and retail clients. The fleet was made up of sedans, SUV’s, vans, mini-coaches, and coaches. The company had to be recreated back in 2015 due to a period […]
In the poem “I Wish You Enough” by Bob Perks, which I’ve often referred to as a testament to what life is about, and I quote “I wish you enough happiness to keep your spirit alive. I wish you enough pain so that the smallest joys in life appear much bigger. I wish you enough gain to satisfy your wanting. […]
I’ve always had a strong interest in American history, especially, from World War II forward. As a young man, I had envisioned myself entering politics in some form or manner, but ultimately settled for business in the supermarket industry which was probably the best course for me to follow as being a lawyer in politics isn’t very well respected today […]
Looking out over The Compound and down into the valley this morning I see a beautiful, picturesque landscape of white snow which has been glazed over with a thin sheet of glistening ice as we received our first snow of 2025. Wondering what there’s not to like admiring this idyllic scene, I suddenly begin to feel nervous and worried with […]
Why? I don’t know, but today I began reflecting on growing up in Colonial Village and the impact it had on Arlington “back in the day” which still continues today as it’s been named the best neighborhood in America for 2024 according to the ranking website “Niche”. Colonial Village has been recognized as an Arlington County Landmark and is in […]
My parents were part of the Greatest Generation. That generation endured many hardships, trials, and tribulations and made America great through their sacrifice, tenacity, and ability to overcome. They grew up prior and during the Great Depression, fought and won a World War, and industrialized our country. I believe most importantly, they raised the generation of Baby Boomers as families […]
In speaking with a friend this week from “back in the day” during my time at Giant Food, upon reflection, even though we haven’t seen one another for years and years, we’ve known one another for forty-eight years. To me that was so very hard to comprehend when I came to the unfortunate realization of “my, how time flies”. Joe, […]