I was born and raised in East Hampton, Long Island , New York. Today kown simply as “The Hamptons.” I left there to join the Navy in 1971 and made a brief return in 1974. Back in the Navy by… Continue reading

I’m still amazed by the amount of support for Carmelo Anthony there is on social media. I understand an appeal has been filed, no surprise there, that happens almost every time. Despite all the money that was raised for his… Continue reading

I’m hearing much talk about the Democratic Socialists. Bernie Sanders was the first that I knew about. I’m not a particularity political person although I certainly get accused of that. I’m a registered Republican, have always been registered as a… Continue reading

Trauma not drama You win by force, not by negotiation. It’s a simple stark reality. History is the proof of that. Never has anyone won the long term by negotiation alone, brute force always secured the victory. The first world… Continue reading

Today being Fathers day, I thought to write something about Dad. I know, surprising isn’t it? Actually my wife suggested that. She suggested I include a picture of my father and I. I’m certain I must have a picture of… Continue reading

I had AI analyze my blogs. A portion of that analysis concerned the style of my writing. I was informed my paragraphs are too long and I should insert breaks. That’s how people read online. Reminds me of Joe Friday… Continue reading

Today is Juneteenth. I have written my thoughts about this “holiday” several times already and won’t delve into all that again. I did see a meme on Facebook asking whether “white people” should attend Juneteenth events or celebrations. I couldn’t… Continue reading

I have never thought to write anything for the purpose of making money. I’m thinking that is most likely a wise decision on my part as I would be that starving author, company for the starving artists in the world.… Continue reading

I’m 72 now, soon to be 73, at least that’s the plan. The trips to the doctors office are more frequent. Although I no longer live in my hometown and don’t get to see my old classmates in person, I… Continue reading

I think I am like the majority of the people when it comes to judicial reviews and the inner workings of government. I realize that today with all this social media we have all gained a heightened sense of that,… Continue reading