Category Archives: Life in General

Once Upon A Time

Posted on January 4, 2015 by Jim

Even though Christmas Day and New Year’s Day, 2015, are behind us now, I decided to check the Duquesne Times from 100 years ago. I wanted to gain some insight into how the holidays were celebrated and reported in 1915. … Continue reading →

Posted in Christmas Memories, Duquesne History, Hunky Celebrations, Life in General, Wintertime | 10 Comments

FInal Christmas Thoughts and Wishes

Posted on December 23, 2013 by Jim

Amid the craziness that surrounds the holidays, I’ve decided to publish another post for your enjoyment. I determined that it was a better option to write a post than it was to wrap gifts, help with baking, or going out … Continue reading →

Posted in Christmas Memories, Life in General, Wintertime | 4 Comments

Remembering The Sights, Sounds and Smells of the Christmas of My Youth

Posted on December 21, 2013 by Jim

There are so many memories that come rushing back to me at this time of year. Each one of my senses trigger a recollection of Christmastime. I consider these a few of MY favorite things: * The aroma that emanates … Continue reading →

Posted in Christmas Memories, Church and School - Holy Name, Life in General, Movies, Music, Radio and TV, Wintertime | 6 Comments

Bubba’s Pocketbook – The McKeesport Bubba

Posted on November 17, 2013 by Jim

In May of this year, I posted a picture of an older woman walking along the sidewalk in McKeesport on a snowy day. The post, titled “A Bubba In McKeesport” brought back a lot of memories for all of you, … Continue reading →

Posted in Life in General, McKeesport, My Hunky Family | 15 Comments

A Slow News Day

Posted on October 3, 2013 by Jim

I cannot believe that it has been over two weeks since I’ve posted on my blog! Mea culpa, mea culpa, mea maxima culpa! My excuse however is the amount of time that I spent in preparation for my daughter Abby’s … Continue reading →

Posted in Life in General, Stores and Businesses | 32 Comments

The Bricks of My Foundation

Posted on September 11, 2013 by Jim

Childhood was a time of simplicity No cares, no woes, no anxiety. When the world was neat and good to all, When the universe was a chart on our classroom wall. Childhood was a time when we lived in dreams … Continue reading →

Posted in Church and School - Holy Name, Duquesne Buildings, Life in General, Miscellaneous, Visits to Duquesne | 22 Comments

Let’s Have Another Cup of Coffee

Posted on August 19, 2013 by Jim

  When I think of home, I think of a place where there was love overflowing. I wish I was home, I wish I was back there. Mid all the things I knew while I was growing. ‘Neath the amber … Continue reading →

Posted in Life in General, Miscellaneous | 26 Comments

Flashes of a Duquesne Yesterday

Posted on July 27, 2013 by Jim

It has been awhile since I have posted on my blog, and I sure have missed doing so! I want to thank everyone who has been sending me news stories. I have really enjoyed them. One such story was sent … Continue reading →

Posted in Life in General, McKeesport, Miscellaneous, Movies, Music, Radio and TV | 44 Comments

30 Sights, Sounds and Smells of a Duquesne Summer

Posted on July 7, 2013 by Jim

It has been unmercifully hot the past few nights here in Ocean Pines. I cannot remember the last time we were able to sleep with our windows open at night. We’ve become so dependent on air conditioning, I often wonder … Continue reading →

Posted in Church and School - Holy Name, Duquesne Carnegie Library, Duquesne High School, Duquesne Place, Food and Restaurants, Life in General, Miscellaneous, Playing and Games, Sports, Summertime, The Steel Mills | 45 Comments

A Heck Of A Hunky Wedding On The Horizon

Posted on June 29, 2013 by Jim

This past weekend was an exciting time for my family. It was the first “official” event on my youngest daughter’s journey to her wedding day in September. A surprise shower was held for her, and the reality of my “baby … Continue reading →

Posted in Autumntime, Hunky Celebrations, Life in General, My Hunky Family | 19 Comments