Join the Climb
As I will be leaving my quinquagenarian (50-59) years in the rear view mirror soon, I've stumbled upon a question which is almost childlike in it's simplicity. Yet, it's impact can be life-changing. The "naked inquiry" is to ask a … Continued
Though ticket holder/spectator Spike Lee was blamed for provoking Reggie Miller's scintillating "Knick Crushing" game in the Eastern Conference Semi-Finals, it probably won't score higher than Gospel singer Mahalia Jackson's provocation of her good friend, Martin Luther King during the … Continued
In 1993 the tiny hamlet of Ismay, Montana changed its name to Joe (i.e. Hall of Fame quarterback.) When the residents (all 22 of them) decided to go back to its original name, they at least got a new firestation … Continued
As a friend and I milled around the Greensboro Coliseum well after the 1974 NCAA men's Final Four were over, we were approached by 2 tall gentlemen seeking a lift to their car. One of the guys was Maryland head … Continued
What a pleasure and delight to watch the "Building the Dream" documentary on PBS last night; noting the progression of erecting the Martin Luther King Memorial in Washington, DC. Today celebrates the 50thanniversary of King's "I Have a Dream" speech. … Continued
I've never met Mr. Bernard Madoff, though he is currently living about 80 miles from me near Raleigh/Durham. If I could have a Starbuck's moment with him, I might ask him why he went "ghost" as far as his 50 … Continued
I know all the smart corporate sponsors are lining up to get exposure with CNBC's upcoming reality show called "Money Talks" starring Steve Stevens, the extraordinary gifted sports betting tip wizard. Interesting numbers; Steven's operation, VIP Sports in Las Vegas … Continued
Back in the early 80's there was a pop psychology movement called "EST," (Werner Erhard) One of his teachings was on a thing called the "Bald Ego." In the 80's, I wasn't bald, but was nothing but "ego." Today, I … Continued
When one is pressed to name an ultimate consumer, who comes to mind…let's see, maybe Imelda Marcos and her shoe warehouse. Or those dudes at Enron chewing up telephone lineman's pensions/retirements to keep their jets fueled… How about me elbowing … Continued