How Band, Flags, and Cheers Make New Fans

How Band, Flags, and Cheers Make New Fans

[I]t has been a little over a year since I have been assimilated into the high school football Borg. This cybermetic cultish collective has been an interesting process for me personally, now that my daughter is part of a band. For that reason, my obligation for...
No Santa, Why Should the Fat Guy Get Credit?

No Santa, Why Should the Fat Guy Get Credit?

[I]t’s three months till Christmas, have you started your shopping? I’m not yet. I usually don’t start until after Christmas. I plan to buy most of my Christmas gifts on the day after Christmas–figured I would catch a few sales much like I did...
Statistical Update: Single Fathers on the Rise

Statistical Update: Single Fathers on the Rise

[S]ingle fathers used to be an anomaly. With small numbers, all of which meant you had few resources, no place to turn for solace, or for counsel. But how many of you now actually exist? How many ‘friends’ or at least single dad colleagues are out there now? How much...
If You Vote, You Probably Save Postal Jobs

If You Vote, You Probably Save Postal Jobs

[I]t’s that special time of the year when I feel loved. My voicemail and my snail mail boxes swell with heart felt messages. No I am not talking about the holiday season…yet. It is time to vote! Yes it is that fabulous time when you know your house phone...