Category Archives: Parents

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 →

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To Dad

Posted on June 12, 2011 by Jim

On Sunday June 19th, Father’s Day will be celebrated once again. Personally, I love this special day. Being the father of two wonderful daughters, I look forward to being with them for the day. What I most look forward to … Continue reading →

Posted in Holidays - Non-Christmas and New Years, Parents | 3 Comments

The Heros of Duquesne

Posted on May 19, 2011 by Jim

It seems like it was just yesterday that I was writing about celebrating Christmas while growing up in Duquesne. All of the sudden, the Spring season is almost over and we are all about to head into Kennywood School Picnics, … Continue reading →

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To Mom

Posted on May 7, 2011 by Jim

This weekend, we will celebrate Mother’s Day. Throughout the country, little boys and girls will be showing their love for their moms with hugs, breakfasts in bed or perhaps handfuls of freshly picked dandelions! Regardless of their age, little kids … Continue reading →

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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 →

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Strolling Through Kennywood’s Memory Lane

Posted on April 23, 2011 by Jim

One of the many wonderful things about growing up in Duquesne was having Kennywood in our backyard. I’ve  lived in many different parts of the country and have met many people who grew up in the Pittsburgh area. If in the course … Continue reading →

Posted in Kennywood, Parents, Summertime | 9 Comments

The “Green” Hunky

Posted on April 5, 2011 by Jim

I think it is safe to say, that most of our parents were either born before or during The Great Depression. So that you aren’t confused, I am talking about the Depression that started in about 1929 and lasted until … Continue reading →

Posted in Life in General, Parents | 8 Comments

My Mother’s Rite of Spring

Posted on March 12, 2011 by Jim

If there was ever a saying that my mother DID NOT pay attention to, it was “If it ain’t broke, don’t fix it.” She, along with the thousands of women in Duquesne, welcomed spring in a very remarkable way…. Spring … Continue reading →

Posted in Jobs, Life in General, Parents, Springtime | 8 Comments

A Duquesne Monday

Posted on March 5, 2011 by Jim

This morning as I got ready to go to the office, I decided to dress casually. It was the weekend and I didn’t enjoy having to work on a Saturday, but it was one of those necessary evils. I went … Continue reading →

Posted in Life in General, Parents | 19 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