Here is story number five in my 12 stories in 12 months challenge. For this one, the prompt was Rome and the word count was 1,200. To say the prompt left me cold is an understatement. I’ve never been to Rome and I only know the basics of its history and culture. So, I decided…
It’s October, and that means it’s time for the baseball playoffs. It’s the best time of year. While I follow baseball all season long, I understand that some people only tune in for the postseason. So, I figured I’d write up a quick and dirty rooting guide for those just tuning in. One wildcard game…
It’s October, and that means it’s time for the baseball playoffs. It’s the best time of year. While I follow baseball all season long, I understand that some people only tune in for the postseason. So, I figured I’d write up a quick and dirty rooting guide for those just tuning in. The National League…
There are rats in New York City. That probably doesn’t surprise anyone. In fact, there are lots and lots of rats. Estimates range from 2-10 million rats. Even on the low end, 2 million rats is a lot of rats. There are also people in New York City. This, again, probably doesn’t surprise anyone. In…
The 2015 MLB playoffs start today. It’s mostly a good group of teams and looks to be a fun few weeks. Here is each team along with the reasons why you should root for them. Houston Astros 86-76 Second AL Wildcard: Houston is a perpetually snake-bitten franchise and no one expected them to contend this year,…
For anyone who doesn’t pay attention to tennis, the US Open starts today. This is looking to be a great tournament. Serena Williams is trying to win a Grand Slam (again, for anyone who doesn’t follow tennis, that is winning all four majors in a calendar year). If she does it, it will be the…
I was lucky enough to attend the final Allman Brothers Band concert at the Beacon Theatre in New York City. When I first found out I was going, I thought I might write a review and post it here. But, I soon realized that to write a review correctly, I would need to take notes…
My wife and I spent last weekend in New York City. She had a continuing education class on Friday, so I had the whole day to myself. I had no plan or agenda. I left my bags at the hotel and went out walking. I got breakfast at some diner, which I can’t remember. Eggs…
In case you haven’t heard, Derek Jeter has retired from baseball. Thank God. I have been a Jeter Hater for most of the last 20 years. The past six months have been really rough. One of the worst things about it has been the way I’m immediately attacked for the fact that I don’t like…
