Cell phones. Not too long ago James Bond was the only one that had one. I remember my brother having one that came in an attache case and you could sometimes even make a call. Very expensive to own and… Continue reading

It is a natural thing that our identity should change throughout our lives based on occupation or marriage or family ties. I started out being Bens little boy. You know,that’s Bens little boy. Went from that to being Ben’s boy sans… Continue reading

Its’ election day ! A day filled with excitement and anticipation. A day to exercise your right as an American citizen to voice your opinion. Voting is a privilege that many people in the world do not have. We tend… Continue reading

I had it all reasoned out. I wasn’t going to go trick or treating with the grandkids this year. They are getting older now and really don’t care if Grandpa is there. I have gone with them every year so… Continue reading

Went to the grocery the other day. I sometimes shop at the Food Lion and of course I have my MVP card. Most major grocery stores today have some variation of the same thing. I received my MVP card for free… Continue reading

Cliches. By their very definition phrases or sayings overused. Yet we continue to use them. The cliche that grates on my nerves the most is, State of the Art. State of the Art what kind of phrase is that anyway ?… Continue reading

Growing up in East Hampton there was a group of “Summer People” that would hire  you to watch their homes during the off season. This usually entailed a visit to the property and a quick tour inside the home to… Continue reading

When I was fourteen (I Think) I received a sting ray bicycle for Christmas. High rise handlebars,banana seat with a sissy bar and a T-handled shifter. The frame was painted a metallic purple and the hand grips were purple with a… Continue reading

Was thinking about things you used to find in every ones home not too long ago but probably wouldn’t find in most today.  The ones that you do find are more likely to be part of the decor than serving a… Continue reading

For those of you that may not remember the Dugan man he delivered, to your home, bread,cakes,pastries and potato chips among other bakery items. I remember seeing his truck pulling into the yard. He was a friendly man and always… Continue reading