May 19, 2012

Puppy Sitting

The last couple of weeks have been a blur of hospital visits, doctors, nurses and restless nights… A member of my family was admitted to the hospital on January 9th the short version is their prognosis isn’t good. One of the few bright spots has been puppy sitting for my niece and nephew’s new dog… [...]

Taking Chance

Mark your calendars folks HBO will broadcast “Taking Chance” on Saturday, February 21, 2009 @ 8:00 p.m. When I first read Marine LtCol Michael R. Strobl’s account of escorting the remains of Lance Corporal Chance Phelps home I did it through clenched teeth and with tears in my eyes… That was over four years ago [...]

Lest We Forget: Gaspar Musso

This is a story that will undoubtedly bring a tear to your eye and warm your heart… Last days for Marine were true Finest hours Denis Hamil, Daily News, Tuesday, December 9th 2008, 6:49 PM Sometimes when old Marines die they do fade away into unmarked graves in Potter’s Field. Such might have been the [...]

To every Soldier, Sailor, Airmen and Marine

To every Soldier, Sailor, Airmen and Marine at home and abroad… Merry Christmas, Thank You, and may God Bless you and keep safe.

Merry Christmas

Dear Readers, a friend sent me this a few years ago and I thought I’d pass it on: A Cowboy’s Christmas Prayer By S. Omar Barker (1894-1985) I ain’t much good at prayin’, and You may not know me, Lord- I ain’t much seen in churches where they preach Thy Holy Word, But you may [...]

Big Shoes To Fill

In a little less than a month Barack Obama will take the oath of office and become the 44th President of the United States. In some respects he’s going to have some pretty big shoes to fill… From the Wall Street Journal: The President Comforts a Marine Mom By William McGurn, Wall Street Journal, December [...]

Breaking: Global Warming Continues Its Assault on Dogpatch

Here we go again… An additional 3-7 inches of global warming are expected in Dogpatch today virtually guaranteeing us a white Christmas. Updates when warranted.

Send a Card to Hannah

Hannah Garman is a 4 year old from Lancaster County, Pa., who was diagnosed with a rare, incurable brain tumor in October. Hannah’s mother died of cancer two years ago. Hannah’s wish for Christmas this is to get a lot cards… You can send her a card @ Hannah Garman 259 North Reading Rd. Ephrata, [...]

Hey Al, I Got Your Global Warming Right Here Buddy

It looks like we’re going to have a white Christmas here in Dogpatch… 8-12 inches of global warming are forecast.

Happy Thanksgiving

I’ll be sepending tomorrow with family so I’d like to take a moment to wish you all a Happy Thanksgiving… To every Soldier, Sailor, Airman and Marine: Thank You and God Bless You. A Cowboy’s Thanksgiving Prayer By Steve Lucas Dear Lord, I’m mighty thankful for all the things you give. I’m thankful for stars [...]