resigns read the headline, at least as it appeared in the Drudgereport. Of course, as with much of the media these days, that's not quite right. Turns out that Dr. Karla Holloway of Duke actually resigned as head of a committee. Wow, what a leap of faith she has shown her poor, … [Read more...] about Top Black Professor
Nostalgia
I've been blogging since at least 2003, much longer if you consider the early days of computing. I've stopped and started many times, usually deleting everything. I found about 800 old posts from 2004 - 2007 that I imported for random memories. Those posts are under this category.
Kinda slow here at the
plantation today. Used a little time to create a page recalling my Patriot Guard rides. Even got a couple of videos up and running, that took a bit of doing. I think it turned out pretty good, me being the Bigjolly and all. Link on the header above or click here. Made it to … [Read more...] about Kinda slow here at the
Finally a day with
no scheduled funerals in Texas for American soldiers. Very good news indeed. After 2 funerals in 3 days and 3 funerals in 6 days in the Houston area alone, it is encouraging to see a blank calendar. Got home well after the sun went down last night and was chilled to the bone. … [Read more...] about Finally a day with
It’s hard to imagine what
goes through the mind of a father, mother or sibling as they are sitting inches away from the honor guard folding the flag that has been draped over their loved one's casket. That was my thought today as I stood in silent respect directly in front of the family. As I marveled at … [Read more...] about It’s hard to imagine what
What an awesome day
in the life of jolly. Where can I start on such a day as this? Perhaps last night, as I was telling 1 that I really didn't want her to head out on her own today, going away to school again. Yeah, that's where. But it doesn't end there.It's been a long road for 1. She lost a full … [Read more...] about What an awesome day