My chat with Charley Pride
IN MEMORY OF CHARLEY PRIDE 1934-2020 Hollywood loves to make movies about music icons. Often, but not always, they’re biographies of dead performers. Think Ray Charles, Elvis Presley, and… Read more »
IN MEMORY OF CHARLEY PRIDE 1934-2020 Hollywood loves to make movies about music icons. Often, but not always, they’re biographies of dead performers. Think Ray Charles, Elvis Presley, and… Read more »
Have you ever noticed that when famous people issue statements, or answer difficult interview questions, that they often say the same things? It’s almost as if there is a rule… Read more »
The obituary for Don Welch, including information on a public gathering to remember and celebrate his life, is at the conclusion of this tribute. Here is my video tribute to… Read more »
It pays to have thick skin. I’m not sure if people are angrier now than in generations past. Maybe it just seems that way. Rarely a day goes by without… Read more »
In my school stories, I have reported on some excellent programs that reward students for good behavior. In Catoosa County, several schools have adopted “Dude, Be Nice” as a slogan… Read more »
If Hamilton County schools fail to soar in the years to come, it will not be because school board members are divided. It will not be because they are disengaged. … Read more »
Wow, thirty years have gone by. Earlier this week, my employer surprised me with a nice salute on the thirtieth anniversary of my employment. You can watch the video below:… Read more »
UPDATE, MARCH 19, 2020: Isn’t it ironic? Like never before, we could all use a good hug right now, yet that’s exactly what we are forbidden to do. It’s what… Read more »
Somehow, I still have most of my original teeth. There is no reasonable explanation for this. You’ve heard of the kid in the candy store? That was me. I grew… Read more »
Recently I wrote about a pleasant visit I had with a lady at a fast-food restaurant. Just a few days later, I witnessed another encounter I want to share with… Read more »