Monthly Archives: February 2011

Homage to Duquesne’s Library

Posted on February 27, 2011 by Jim

“The death of my friend is on the hands of all of them. This should not have happened. He should not have died.” – Stephany Sofos When I began this blog, I never wanted to climb on a soapbox and … Continue reading →

Posted in Duquesne Carnegie Library, Playing and Games, Sports | 30 Comments

Voices from Duquesne – Part 2

Posted on February 24, 2011 by Jim

I continue to get many comments and roll call information from people who are reading this blog. I’ll continue to publish the names, comments, etc. as long as they are being sent in. I have provided a link to the contact … Continue reading →

Posted in Feedback From Our Friends | 25 Comments

True Confessions of a Duquesne Boy

Posted on February 23, 2011 by Jim

My wife Judy and I recently received some news that put us over the top with happiness! We are about to become grandparents for the very first time! My oldest daughter, Megan, is due at the end of July and … Continue reading →

Posted in Life in General, Parents, Playing and Games | 3 Comments

Voices from Duquesne – Part 1

Posted on February 22, 2011 by Jim

You wouldn’t believe the number of responses that I received from former Duquesne residents and non-residents alike when I asked for your comments. Thank you so much. Its amazing to see how far our little hunky community of Duquesne, Pa … Continue reading →

Posted in Feedback From Our Friends | 6 Comments

The Random Thoughts of A Wandering Hunky Mind

Posted on February 18, 2011 by Jim

Occasionally, I think I will post some random thoughts and questions to get everyone thinking about the ol’ home town. Some of these are self serving, since I have yet to get answers to a few of my questions posed … Continue reading →

Posted in Church and School - Holy Name, Duquesne Public Schools, Kennywood | 12 Comments

This Little Hunky Went To Market

Posted on February 17, 2011 by Jim

This Little Hunky Went To Market I am frequently being sent assorted pictures on email. Most of these come from my kids, who want to share a picture of some cute little animal or something. Even though they both are … Continue reading →

Posted in Food and Restaurants, My Hunky Family, Parents | 15 Comments

The House That Built ME!

Posted on February 15, 2011 by Jim

I sat last night and watched the recording industry’s Grammy Awards. I have always been a sucker for award shows and had turned into a couch potato way back when I was still living in Duquesne. Things are a bit … Continue reading →

Posted in Life in General, Parents | 8 Comments

Duquesne’s Nightlight and Lullaby

Posted on February 10, 2011 by Jim

I came across an archive of photographs online a few days ago that I had to share with you.The Library of Congress in Washington D.C. maintains an archive of photographs that contain over 14 million items. Part of those photographs … Continue reading →

Posted in Stores and Businesses, Summertime, The Steel Mills | 21 Comments

Duquesne Trival Pursuit

Posted on February 6, 2011 by Jim

I have been busy reading through all of the comments that have been posted by former and current residents of Duquesne since I began this blog back in November. There have been a lot of blanks that have been filled … Continue reading →

Posted in Duquesne Buildings, Miscellaneous, Stores and Businesses | 157 Comments

A Hunky SUPER BOWL Party!

Posted on February 4, 2011 by Jim

With the big game this weekend, I tried to think of how my dad and my uncles would have celebrated the event at a Super Bowl Party if they were alive today! With that thought in mind, aside from the … Continue reading →

Posted in Food and Restaurants, Miscellaneous, Movies, Music, Radio and TV, Sports | 6 Comments