Category Archives: My Hunky Family

Lesson Learned

Posted on July 14, 2011 by Jim

I was driving through my neighborhood on the way to the office today and made an interesting observation. Ocean Pines, MD is a community that rests about 5 miles from Ocean City, MD. As a result, every summer, our tranquil … Continue reading →

Posted in Life in General, My Hunky Family, Parents, Playing and Games, Summertime | 5 Comments

The Duquesne 4th of July – As I Remember

Posted on July 4, 2011 by Jim

The 4th of July, when I was growing up, was always a special day for our family. Dad would close his shop and spend the day with us as we traveled about. Usually, the day meant a big picnic at … Continue reading →

Posted in Duquesne History, Holidays - Non-Christmas and New Years, Kennywood, My Hunky Family, Summertime | 9 Comments

And Another Thing……..

Posted on June 28, 2011 by Jim

I promised myself and my family that I would never grow so old as to be one of the senior citizens that complain about the “way things are” AND the “way things were.” If fact, I was so committed to … Continue reading →

Posted in Life in General, My Hunky Family, Parents, Surveys and Opinions | 10 Comments

The End of an Era

Posted on June 18, 2011 by Jim

A few days ago, I received the sad news my Uncle Lou (Goldman) had passed away. That brings to a close, a rather large chapter in my life and the end of an era. Uncle Lou died just 13 days … Continue reading →

Posted in Miscellaneous, My Hunky Family | 18 Comments

In Praise of Reunions

Posted on April 26, 2011 by Jim

When I was a child growing up in the Duquesne area, the approach of summer was an exciting time. The anticipation of being able to play outside with friendsand not having to go to school was almost unbearable for me … Continue reading →

Posted in My Hunky Family, Parents | 6 Comments

Eastertime Remembered

Posted on April 19, 2011 by Jim

The countdown to Easter Sunday has begun. Somehow, the excitement of this week was more evident as I was growing up than it is now.  Perhaps it was the excitement of being a child and anticipating a visit from the … Continue reading →

Posted in Church and School - Holy Name, Food and Restaurants, Holidays - Non-Christmas and New Years, My Hunky Family, Springtime, Stores and Businesses | 2 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 Duquesne Hunky Wedding Celebrations

Posted on January 23, 2011 by Jim

I googled hunky weddings to see what information I would find. Unfortunately, not much came up that related to a hunky wedding as you and I think of it. Instead, what surfaced were all types of information about men who … Continue reading →

Posted in Hunky Celebrations, Life in General, My Hunky Family | 5 Comments

The CORE of the Duquesne Hunky Wedding

Posted on January 8, 2011 by Jim

My daughter got married just a few short months ago. The event was spectacular and one that I’ll relive in my mind for years to come. Every part of the wedding was so well planned and executed at the hands … Continue reading →

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The Hunky Village

Posted on January 8, 2011 by Jim

This post has nothing to do with Duquesne this time. Well, at least not directly. It has more to do with the spirit of the people of Duquesne and the mindset of the hunkys that lived there. It is my … Continue reading →

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