My jaunt through historic Philadelphia included a moment that reminded me that most Americans are good people at heart. During my walk from the Betsy Ross House to Ben Franklin’s grave, I came upon an elderly woman on the sidewalk, hunched over her walker, seemingly waiting for a blue-shirt-clad tour group to pass by. She… Continue reading Intersection: a Senior, a Teen, and a Cop
Month: June 2018
Planless
Spontaneity is not in my comfort zone. I like plans! However, last week, I stepped outside of that zone and it turned out pretty well. My son’s employer, Linode, was showing off the refurbished bank building in Philly that is now its headquarters. I dreaded the thought of getting caught in rush hour, navigating through… Continue reading Planless
Where is Everybody?
On Sunday, The Philadelphia Inquirer ran an article by Bob Brookover about attendance at Phillies games this season. The writer pondered why fans have not taken to the Phillies and why attendance so far is mediocre. The article was titled “Where is Everybody?” I was moved to write the author a response. It appears below: Speaking… Continue reading Where is Everybody?
The Q-View 