Category Archives: Parents

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 →

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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 →

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Duquesne’s Greasy Spoon

Posted on February 1, 2011 by Jim

My father operated a service station on South First Street directly opposite of the Holy Name Rectory. It was named Volk’s Service. I was told that it was a car dealership aone time, as evidenced by a “showroom” that was to … Continue reading →

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Christmas Eve and All That Jazz

Posted on December 15, 2010 by Jim

Christmas Eve and All That Jazz  I have to chuckle when I hear people complaining about how early retailers begin their merchandising efforts for Christmas. In the crazy, rush, rush world we live in, it isn’t unusual to begin seeing … Continue reading →

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