Chicago: My Kind of Town
Frank Sinatra sang My Kind of Town in the 1964 Rat Pack film (Robin and the 7 Hoods), he was joined by the crowds on the street as he walked…
Lobster Phones and Melting Clocks
Imagine a Florida vacation: calm sandy beaches on the Gulf, fruity drinks, theme parks, exotic wildlife, and long evenings spent with friends might all come to mind. Many people don’t…
Make it Work
“Everything old is new again.” We’ve all heard variations of this famous line, usually applied to fashion. We’re supposed to change our wardrobes seasonally, and seasonal staples change from year…
The Spice of Life
Well, it’s that time of year again. We’ve all seen the ads and we’ve all heard the commercials. Some of us can’t stop talking about the elephant in the room,…
The Library: Striking a Chord
When I was child I spent so much time at the library it felt like a second home. As the years passed, other pursuits such as afterschool activities and part-time…