On Friday, June 26, by a vote of 5 to 4, the United States Supreme Court ruled that the 14th Amendment of the Constitution, which guarantees equal protection under the law, ensures that all citizens…
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Until We Meet Again…
I got word last Thursday. I was making dinner for my family. My hands were immersed in hamburger (oh how I hate touching raw meat) and upon hearing the phone ring I yelled for one…
Time of My Life
Yesterday was my 27th wedding anniversary. 29 years ago this October (1985) I had my first real conversation with her In November I had my first date with her In December I received my first…
Building Your Nest in the Wrong Neighborhood
It was a beautiful morning for a walk, 55 degrees and sunny with the hope of an 80+ day. Putting the harness on my trusted companion, Toby and I began our stroll around the neighborhood.…
Fill the Earth and Subdue it…
It happened all of a sudden. What was the direct cause I still do not know. I have rehearsed over and over again in my mind the events that led up to the incident. Everything…
End of the beginning
June 4, 2012 I looked out this window for the first time. I was overjoyed by the park-like campus and scenic view. My office was large and impressive. A full wall of windows afforded me…
When Brooks Run Dry
January 8, 2014. I will never forget that date. It happened. I was caught by surprise. Stunned might be a better word. As I left the room I wondered only one thing – how would…
Running…
I was awakened by his licking my face… I hate that. Yet he and I have an understanding that if nature calls in the night this is what he does. So, stumbling downstairs I led…
Bread of Life
. Every morning, about the same time, Toby takes me for his morning walk. Except for the occasional rain, Baltimore weather is actually quite amiable for this ritual. Even in the extremes of summer and…
GOD and DOG
Toby… He came into my life as a rescue. Although I am unsure of his true origins, the story goes that he was the beloved pet of a family, the mother being his primary caregiver.…