When my son asked me if I wanted to run in another 1 mile race, my inner voice started screaming “you’ve got to be kidding!” The 1 mile run I participated in the Saturday of Labor Day Weekend was enough for me. I felt extremely lucky that my knees did not fail me, my … Continue reading
Posted in September 2015 …
The Engagement
As I peered over my glasses surreptitiously, I watched the small attractive woman quicken her stepwhile crossing the parking lot not wanting to be late for the 4 pm meeting. From this moment on the lives of this virtual stranger and I will be forever and inextricably interwoven like the intricate threads of a multicolored … Continue reading
Standing While Black: A New Chapter in the Life of James Blake
Until Wednesday, September 9, 2015, James Blake led a relatively charmed life. His hard work, skill, talent and blessings catapulted him into a world ranked tennis player and Olympiad. His obvious good looks, kindness and winning personality contributed greatly to his success. Those same attributes, made him a trusting target and unfortunately on this … Continue reading
What Was That Number Again?
Before the advent of the PDA age, I had literally hundreds of telephone numbers swirling around in my head. In a heartbeat I could instantly recall all of my family and friends’ telephone numbers, the numbers associated with my employment, banking, and the businesses that I often frequented. Memorizing telephone numbers took minimal effort … Continue reading
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