My comic Zevon quest. Soon to be on a wall near me. As a kid, I was a “comics first” guy, especially on Sundays when the funnies burst forth big and bold, with vibrant colors. They sat atop the rubber-banded Read more…
I read an essay by a schoolmate of mine on her blog the other day. It was a spectacular read as always. It was chock full of poignant meanings, faith, and hope. Her style is deep and purposeful, as opposed Read more…
Some things here under HeavenAre just cooler ‘n’ Hell ~ Ray Wylie Hubbard As some know, I find fun and excitement in celebrating Groundhog Day. This year was no different as I found myself giddy as a gopher on a Read more…
Unfortunately, I find myself much more familiar with the subject of suicide than I’d like. If I was inspired, I could write at least 5-6 right stories off the top of my head. Each one a tragedy that gutted a Read more…
Should I ask my company for a raise, and quit if they don’t give it? Sincerely Rocky, Dear Rocky, While I will steer clear of giving specific career advice, I will throw out a couple perspectives to consider. First, NOBODY Read more…
There’s a small city lot on E. 53rd street in Cleveland, I’ve visited many times over the years. When I was a little guy, it was known as “Trampe’s grandma’s house” because it was how I differentiated my paternal and Read more…
The bird. Just adjacent to the street where the paddle boat, a baby grand, and an elliptical walked into a bar recently, last year while taking the first of the mandatory three trips to the hardware store I have to Read more…
What’s all in a tattoo? More than ink, I think. It’s not a secret, but I have ink. It’s not a secret, I got another. I got my first tattoo in the heady days of spring 1987. Although I got Read more…
Groundhog Day Cards?!? I don’t know exactly when Groundhog Day became a Dale fan favorite, but I harbor the nagging suspicion I’ve always loved it. I love the idea of an unassuming varmint who best claim to fame beyond February Read more…
I find myself enthralled with the Bud Light situation because it hits me from a few different angles. More than most, I am acutely aware of most things Budweiser branded because I was raised by the biggest and best Budweiser Read more…