They dreamed because that is what young men do, dream of things to do. Mountains were good for dreaming, heads closer to the clouds, eyes nearer the stars.
The Gates of HellOak Town had tried to mitigate the flooding problem by opening up the gates that allowed Crystaline Lake to drain into the Ramapage River. Opening the gates would lower the lake and prevent the lake from flooding into people’s home. It was good in theory, but its still needed more practice.
A Tale of Two QuacksIt was in the last chapter, which was neither written nor published, where we recounted the efforts of Gary GuLabel to bring about some changes in the land of Oak Town through the election of a new mayor. It was an historic feat, that no one in Oak Town expected, except a band of Oak [...]
Two Speechless ActsThe anointment of the Oak Town Recreation Commissioners was a traditional ritual that had been conducted in the same manner for over a hundred years with little change.
We’re Just Older Part IIThis is Part II, the conclusion to “We’re Just Older”.
We’re Just Older Part IThe idea came from a post on MyOaklandNJ that said the new council swearing-in ceremony might be moved from town council chambers to the senior center – I took it from there and built on it.
The Forgiveness BypassThis is a story about two feuding neighbors in the fictional suburb of Oak Town
His Boyfriend’s GirlfriendSo, we were out at dinner and laughing about something, and I thought it would make a funny title for a story – but I had no story. Think I still don’t have a story. But anyway, I tried to make one up to fit the title I had for a story that did not exist.
Space Aliens in OaklandThis is a little video the kids and I put together……..It was inspired by reports of the “crop circles” where aliens have allegedly landed…,,and yard work
The Greatest PrizeIt gets boring blogging about Oakland politics, so this is a fictional piece set in Oak Town. It mixes the styles of Dr. Seuss and Flannery O’Connor. It’s a pretty short story in the old school style of having a meaning behind it. The plot revolves around the greatest prize in Oak Town – winning the mayoral election.
It’s been a long time since I posted anything, but the impact of the Newtown Massacre is sinking deeper into my bones. I am old enough to stomach the normal drivel, lies, and bogus comments that spew from the mouths of politicians in this country; and, old enough to understand the public posturing and spin [...]
WTF Chris Dodd on SOPAIn general, I have nothing against the thieving, whoring populace known as politicians; but, I take issue with the particular whoring of Chris Dodd for the Motion Picture Association.
Bully, Brains, BureaucracyDraft of a potential Journal article address concerns over critical flaws in NJ’s new ant-bullying law…comments welcomed.
Unfortunate, But Not SeriousI’m actually a bit more revolted by the reaction of those in authority than the video of the American soliders pissing on the dead corpse of some Taliban fighters. I’m revolted by their holier reaction.
First Time CoachingInterestingly enough, my first time was with soccer….a sport I know nothing about. But, fortunately, I was coaching kindergarten kids, so they didn’t notice.
Family MartyrsFamily Martyrs – I think it’s something that infects a lot of families – or perhaps I should say impacts…..
It’s been a long time since I posted anything, but the impact of the Newtown Massacre is sinking deeper into my bones. I am old enough to stomach the normal drivel, lies, and bogus comments that spew from the mouths of politicians in this country; and, old enough to understand the public posturing and spin [...]
Situation ExcellentThey dreamed because that is what young men do, dream of things to do. Mountains were good for dreaming, heads closer to the clouds, eyes nearer the stars.
A Tale of Two QuacksIt was in the last chapter, which was neither written nor published, where we recounted the efforts of Gary GuLabel to bring about some changes in the land of Oak Town through the election of a new mayor. It was an historic feat, that no one in Oak Town expected, except a band of Oak [...]
A Modest Proposal for New JerseyA modest proposal to save NJ from financial ruin, provide for the common good, and save the innumerable number of children with no hope in the future.
Outdoor DiningWow, is what I have to say… First, can’t believe the kids managed this hike, it was certainly one of our biggest adventures in terms of difficulty. There were no trails marked, and we only found one on our way out at the end. Second, this is a high hill, mostly ridges which are [...]
A Rebel’s StanceThe August 1st, 2012 deadline for former students of the Christian Brothers, a.k.a Irish Christian Brothers, to make a claim of abuse is just around the corner. Students who suffered physical or mental abuse must file a claim by August 1st. I find it pretty disappointing that most mainstream news organizations in the metropolitan region [...]