I can’t think of a better tribute to Old Glory on her 232nd birthday than the incomparable Johnny Cash: Here’s to Old Glory, long may she wave! Today is also the 234th birthday of the United States Army. God Bless America… Go Army.
Life
Happy Easter
Easter is a celebration of love that never fails… …And life that never ends. May your day be filled with joy!
Don’t Let the Sweet Face Fool You…
… She’s a terror. I didn’t have much time for blogging this weekend since I had my hands full with this little beast: I’m puppy sitting while my sister and her family are away on vacation… Don’t let the sweet face fool you, she’s a terror… And completely lovable. Unfortunately, she’s all of about 9 […]
Happy Saint Patrick’s Day
May your glass be ever full. May the roof over your head be always strong. And may you be in heaven half an hour before the devil knows you’re dead.
Here We Go Again
The forces of global warming are once again burying Dogpatch under a blanket of white… Current forecasts call for 4 to 6 inches of snow followed by freezing rain. I’ll be spending the day with a good book and new albums from two of my favorite jazz artists… Jane Monheit and Renee Olstead.
Prayers for Hannah
Last month I blogged about 4 year old Hannah Garman. I know many of joined in helping fulfill Hannah’s Christmas wish of getting as many Christmas cards as possible. Hannah was diagnosed with a rare, incurable brain tumor in October 2008. A few days ago Michelle Malkin posted an update on Hannah’s condition: Reader Greg, […]
Puppy Sitting
The last couple of weeks have been a blur of hospital visits, doctors, nurses and restless nights… A member of my family was admitted to the hospital on January 9th the short version is their prognosis isn’t good. One of the few bright spots has been puppy sitting for my niece and nephew’s new dog… […]
Taking Chance
Mark your calendars folks HBO will broadcast “Taking Chance” on Saturday, February 21, 2009 @ 8:00 p.m. When I first read Marine LtCol Michael R. Strobl’s account of escorting the remains of Lance Corporal Chance Phelps home I did it through clenched teeth and with tears in my eyes… That was over four years ago […]
Lest We Forget: Gaspar Musso
This is a story that will undoubtedly bring a tear to your eye and warm your heart… Last days for Marine were true Finest hours Denis Hamil, Daily News, Tuesday, December 9th 2008, 6:49 PM Sometimes when old Marines die they do fade away into unmarked graves in Potter’s Field. Such might have been the […]
To every Soldier, Sailor, Airmen and Marine
To every Soldier, Sailor, Airmen and Marine at home and abroad… Merry Christmas, Thank You, and may God Bless you and keep safe.
Merry Christmas
Dear Readers, a friend sent me this a few years ago and I thought I’d pass it on: A Cowboy’s Christmas Prayer By S. Omar Barker (1894-1985) I ain’t much good at prayin’, and You may not know me, Lord- I ain’t much seen in churches where they preach Thy Holy Word, But you may […]
Big Shoes To Fill
In a little less than a month Barack Obama will take the oath of office and become the 44th President of the United States. In some respects he’s going to have some pretty big shoes to fill… From the Wall Street Journal: The President Comforts a Marine Mom By William McGurn, Wall Street Journal, December […]
Breaking: Global Warming Continues Its Assault on Dogpatch
Here we go again… An additional 3-7 inches of global warming are expected in Dogpatch today virtually guaranteeing us a white Christmas. Updates when warranted.
Send a Card to Hannah
Hannah Garman is a 4 year old from Lancaster County, Pa., who was diagnosed with a rare, incurable brain tumor in October. Hannah’s mother died of cancer two years ago. Hannah’s wish for Christmas this is to get a lot cards… You can send her a card @ Hannah Garman 259 North Reading Rd. Ephrata, […]
Hey Al, I Got Your Global Warming Right Here Buddy
It looks like we’re going to have a white Christmas here in Dogpatch… 8-12 inches of global warming are forecast.