How to Resolve Truancy Issues in the Schools

Charleston County has had a few rough weeks at school.  Over 3500 students did not report to school the first week or so.  I suspect other School District may have had the same kind of start.There are no easy answers.  Read the rest of this entry »

They Say it Comes in Threes

Five weeks ago I got an e-mail that a friend’s mother died.  She had lived a full life and would be missed by many.  She had a positive impact on others and her goodness would be remembered well beyond her passing. 

Within a matter of days, the other spouse in that family lost her mother.  Read the rest of this entry »

Food, Glorious Food

I had my friend’s 7 and 11 year old daughters during the day while she started back to school.

I think that’s what you’re supposed to do when you retire… Read the rest of this entry »

I Hit Rock Bottom on Saturday Before Taking Charlotte by Horse!

It’s been years since I went to the city of Charlotte, NC. A friend invited me to go with him to see Lion King at the Blumenthal Theatre downtown. He got the tickets months ago, the day they went on sale.

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The Skinny Chicken

I’m not sure I’ve mentioned this before, but I often nickname events with some funny little name that causes me to remember the activity. Not that I need a name to remember when I have a good time, but remembering the name can bring a smile to my face when I recall it.

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