My mom always told us kids we had a dad in a million. It's something moms say. But now that I think about it, she was right. My dad wasn't rich or an intellectual, but he was a hell of a guy and I think you would have liked him.
Category: Human Interest
Musings: Stop Collecting Regrets
Stop collecting regrets because life is too short -- plus, they don't increase in value.
One Pill is Never Enough
The opioid addiction crisis is out of control. I've had a number of drug addicts or recovering addicts in my car. What's going on is just crazy.
Stop Taking My Hero’s Name in Vain
I didn't want to get involved in the latest round of Kaepernick bashing — but then someone had to drag Pat Tillman into it and the gloves come off.
How White Lies Topple the Mighty
So, the Trump/Obama adviser who I gave an Uber ride to had to resign. Apparently, she got caught fibbing about a law degree. I know, I know, Trump lies every day and nothing happens, but he's had a lot more practice.
Indian Band Fights Depression with Heavy Metal
I'm not a metal head, but I love the Indian heavy metal band Bloodywood. In their latest video, they tackle the twin scourges of depression and suicide.
I Gave a Ride to a Trump Advisor and It Wasn’t to Walmart
A Trump advisor needed a ride to the store from me last night and it wasn't to talk to the president's supporters.
Finally Took a DNA Test and Yep, I’m Human (More or Less)
I've always been fascinated by history and genealogy, so it's been somewhat ironic that I know so little about my family history. So I ordered a DNA test to see what kind of genetic surprises might be hiding in the Layton woodpile.
When a Gold Digger Goes in for the Kill
It's weird when you meet someone whose behavior is so out there they seem almost like a caricature. I met a young woman yesterday who is a real-life gold digger — or at least who was stretching her wings and trying it out.
How Not to Burn Your House Down
So the Persian New Year known as Nowruz is almost here. Are you excited? Yeah, I didn’t have it on my calendar either, but the Houseguest asked me to help her mark it with a simple fire ceremony.
