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Willie Stargell and Savoring Summer The Pittsburgh Pirates meant everything to me while growing up in central Pennsylvania in the late fifties and early sixties. I knew the team, inside and out the lineup, the coaches, announcers, even the advertisers on the TV and radio... ( added 98 days 14 hours ago.)

When Perception Fails, Learn to Laugh From The Amazing Kreskin and Jeane Dixon to CBS's The Mentalist , we have all been drawn into the realm of ESP (extra-sensory perception). But how many of you are familiar with its counterpart, FSP (faulty-sensory perception)? Is it possible that... ( added 143 days 21 hours ago.)

The Tale of the Troll The troll sightings took place along I 99 in Bedford County Pennsylvania in the summer of 1986. A rather portly troll approximately 33 years old and rumored to weigh over 175 lbs was spotted (as expected) waiting patiently under a bridge that... ( added 145 days 16 hours ago.)

Aunt Bee and Deputy Dawg The summer of '68 should be just a dim memory in my mind. However, although it was forty-one years ago, our family has recalled this incident so many times that I remember it as if it took place yesterday. The cast of characters (and I do mean... ( added 159 days 20 hours ago.)

A Connoisseur of Fine Wines I never gave a second thought to my purchase as I checked out of the state store (Pennsylvania Liquor Control Board Retail Store) recently one Friday evening. It was my usual purchase and the items I was about to buy never really gathered any... ( added 279 days 14 hours ago.)

The Lone Wiseman Unlike the Lone Ranger , who first emerged in disguise after surviving a wild shootout with the Cavendish Gang, a Lone Wiseman appeared peacefully at Christmas time a half century ago in our home. The Wiseman's emergence was neither miraculous nor... ( added 335 days 8 hours ago.)

Swimming to a Better G.P.A. When you're eighteen, know everything, listen to no one, and have twelve weeks of college under your belt, you are invincible. The only personal characteristic larger than your ego is the massive chip you wear on your shoulder. In the fall of 1970... ( added 1 year 100 days ago.)

Vacationing Grandparents – Evolving Through Time Spending time with my kids and grandkids was both entertaining and eye-opening during our annual vacation in North Carolina's Outer Banks this summer. I also had the chance to relax and reflect back on a few things that had taken place in my... ( added 1 year 133 days ago.)

Graduation Advice from an “Old School” Educator The last of my nieces and nephews will be graduating from high school this June and he'll be heading off to college in the fall. I doubt he or his parents will seek any advice from his Uncle Dave. But, if any of them should ask, I'm prepared to... ( added 1 year 179 days ago.)

Have You Lost Your Mind Yet? - Part 3 If you are over forty, and have not realized that your mind is leaving you, perhaps the circumstances or situations have not been favorable to cause you to notice this phenomena. For me, a ride on a barren interstate, car set in cruise and the... ( added 1 year 246 days ago.)

1960s Sex Education – Father Style If you grew up in the fifties and sixties, I am sure you have relatively the same impression of your dad as I. Regarding our dads and their willingness, or should I say reluctance, to talk about the birds and the bees; I am sure we can all... ( added 1 year 246 days ago.)

Two Old Dagga Boys While surfing the cable channels a few days ago, I stumbled onto the Outdoor Channel. I watched with intrigue as the hunters on a safari in Lower Zambezi stalked a huge Dagga Boy. Yes, a Dagga Boy - A South African name given to large, old male... ( added 1 year 291 days ago.)

Recalling Not-so-traditional Christmas Memories Do you feel that recalling some of the more traditional Christmas memories at times becomes too painful – the nostalgia, too much to bear? I do. Unless I’m in a story-telling mood with my grandkids, I prefer to recall the not-so-traditional... ( added 1 year 350 days ago.)

A Critical Concern for Out-Dated Lyrics "VEHICLE" by The Ides of March My son and I were hauling a huge load of his college apartment furniture on a trailer behind my Jeep. We were bringing it ho ( added 2 years 70 days ago.)

My Dad, A Superman of Steel Like Jerry Seinfeld, I am fascinated with Superman. I am also deeply indebted to a Superman of sorts. No, he never flew in the sky with the aid of a cape. Nor did he wear tights and change his clothes in a phone booth. He was neither as fast as a... ( added 2 years 210 days ago.)

Remembering Mom - Honoring Dad Unless you recently experienced the loss of a loved one, you may have trouble understanding this story. And unless that loved one spent the last seven or eight years of her life, suffering from numerous physical and dementia issues, you will have... ( added 2 years 255 days ago.)

Only Time Will Tell I was fortunate to be a recipient of advice regarding what to expect as I left high school and made my way to the college scene in the fall of 1970. With numerous friends and relatives all willing to give me guidance, I found myself at an... ( added 2 years 363 days ago.)

The Rotary Club, International Welcome to The Rotary Club, International Welcome to my Rotary Club. I am recruiting new members worldwide. Read no further if you are thinking of the business-service club, famous in many communities for over 100 years. My club membership is... ( added 3 years 67 days ago.)

"American Grafitti" and Jock Itch AMERICAN GRAFFITI – C ( added 3 years 128 days ago.)

The Legendary Library Lotharios Library Lotharios Julio Iglesias was idolized by Latin music lovers. Elvis appealed to young rock and rollers. Adonis was famous in Greek legend, and Casanova ( added 3 years 153 days ago.)

A Special Thanks to my Football Coach THANKS COACH I cringe every time I bump into a former student or player-athlete. Inv ( added 3 years 185 days ago.)

The Winning Ways of Don Bailey The Winning Ways of Don Bailey In the midst of the boney piles, coal dust and mine sulfur drainage the town of St. Michael is neatly tucked away as part of Adams Township, Cambria County, Pennsylvania. Back in the day, the town was noted for its... ( added 3 years 194 days ago.)

The Winning Ways of Dan Miller I first met Dan Miller during a West-Central Coaches’ Association meeting held at the Cresson American Legion. That was over thirty years ago, but his larger-than-life personality, powerful handshake and boisterous voice left a lasting impression... ( added 3 years 229 days ago.)

Elementary, My Dear Valentine ELEMENTARY, My Dear VALENTINE With the exception of Christmas, no other holiday during my elementary school years was met with the same anticipation as Valentine’s Day. About a week before the big day, the teacher distributed large white... ( added 3 years 291 days ago.)

Have You Lost Your Mind Yet? II HAVE YOU LOST YOUR MIND YET? Part II I first discovered that my mind was disassociating from the rest of my body about a decade ago while traveling with my dad and son. The two of them and I (in body only), were on our way to Columbus on I 70... ( added 3 years 313 days ago.)