“Keep the best, sell the rest, and never waste time teaching those who don’t want to learn.” People ask me … More
Tag: fiction
Don’t Teach the Dummies: An Antique Dealer’s Rule That Still Holds
I was an antique dealer long before there was eBay, back when information was the real currency of the business. … More
My Pullpull
The item I was incredibly attached to as a kid wasn’t a toy, a blanket, or some action figure I … More
Beep Beep
What’s my favorite cartoon? Easy — The Road Runner. Now here’s the best part: all seven of my grandchildren love … More
Oh Come On… With a Name Like Beebop, Who Do You Think They Are?**
Who Are My Current Most Favorite People? WordPress threw me another “deep thought” prompt today:Who are your current most favorite … More
The Favorite Place to Go in My City Is No Longer There
When today’s writing prompt asked, “What is your favorite place to go in your city?” my answer came instantly—but it’s … More
Well, NONE, Read on…….
What Book Am I Reading Right Now? Today’s prompt asks, “What book are you reading right now?” Well… none. I … More
The Contract
I was about ten years old when I first learned what a contract was. I don’t remember where I heard … More
“The Hookman: The Classic Campfire Scary Tale Passed Down for Generations”
I don’t know how many of you heard this story when you were younger, but this was the campfire tale … More
Managing to the Lowest Common Denominator: How Companies Kill Their Own Success
it’s easier to get forgiveness than permission Managing to the Lowest Common Denominator: How Companies Kill Their Own Success Over … More
The Carnival and the Consequences
I was twelve—maybe thirteen—and it was the summer everything seemed to glow. My best friend Glenn lived just down the … More
True story of my YUTE. The River That Whispers Back
In 1970 I was thirteen, I was hungry for adventure — the kind that felt like freedom, danger, and discovery … More
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