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 […]
Communication is so important in conducting our lives on a daily basis. It’s an art form which takes years and years to master and one you’re really never able to truly master. Yet, today, communication seems to be so lacking. As the iconic character actor Strother Martin in his role as the Captain in the 1967 film, “Cool Hand Luke”, […]
Yes, you guessed it, MONEY is the root of all evil. MONEY is just another reason our American Society has gone to pot as people’s priorities are all out of kilter. “Back in the day” the institution of family, attending church, receiving excellent education, and enjoying common civility were extremely strong and were the cornerstones to the framework of our […]
“Back in the day”, I remember our American society being very open and much more carefree than it is today as we used to look out for one another in a very caring and respectful way. People seemingly got along and appeared to be much more extroverted, although, the 60’s were filled with their challenges with its assassinations, racial strife, […]
Yep, this Baby Boomer is at a point once again where he’s just “ramblin’ on”. I wouldn’t say I’m at the point of anger, but rather disgust and disappointment–that’s my own fault. Please allow me to explain. Upon some reflection, I believe my life has evolved around three major vices which have acted as a soothing salve facing the challenges […]
Growing up in Arlington, VA in the 1950’s and 60’s was truly a wonderful experience. So, WTBS, this Baby Boomer, upon reflection, in no particular order and without any “rhyme or reason”, is whimsically listing these remembrances from “back in the day” from his elementary school days through those during his junior high school time. Of course, by no means […]
What I term outstanding customer service has virtually disappeared and I know why–it’s because if you were born after 1965, you’ve truly never had the opportunity to experience it. How in the world could one ever understand or be responsible for teaching something, like outstanding customer service, yet too young to have experienced it first-hand. In fact, it won’t be […]
Of course not!! In fact, changing the names of military installations, buildings, schools, and streets has most likely increased racism in America. It reminds me of the thousands of times throughout my life I’ve said something thinking it was the right thing to do and for me to feel better. Well, did I feel better–for only a minute or two. […]
The impact of the coronavirus pandemic of 2020 has been devastating to both the United States and the world as a whole. Not that the tragic loss of precious life which has exceeded 1 million deaths in the United States and nearly an additional 6 million deaths worldwide isn’t enough, the effects which have affected our culture representing the beliefs […]
As the years go by, I become more confused, but I’ve come to the conclusion it’s not because of me, but because of everything else around me. “Back in the day”, I was seldom confused as everything was “normal”. Today, and especially since what occurred in 2020, the term “new normal” has reappeared replacing the term “normal” which to me […]