Many men go fishing all of their lives without knowing that it is not the fish they are after. ~Henry David Thoreau I’ve gotten some very nice emails and notes regarding my perch fishing story in “Our Wisconsin” magazine. The story, which is also on my blog, recalls those “good old” days […]
Sometimes, I am the beast in the darkness. Sometimes, I am the ghost. ~Heather Durham Anyone who knows a Vietnam War veteran has probably heard many stories about the wildlife they encountered during their tour of duty. My friend and fellow author, Vietnam Veteran John Podlaski recently added a story to […]
Today’s guest writer is Dick Evenson. Dick, a friend of mine for many years, founded and manages TWS Consulting; a highly successful marketing company. Dick is semi-retired and lives in Northern Illinois with his wife Georgia. Dick and Georgia enjoy spending time with their children and grandchildren. Dick has shared his thoughts on Leadership. Thanks […]
One very busy tour! In 2012 my wife Ann and I made plans to visit the American west. Having been impressed by the Tetons while driving out that way on other trips, […]
I’ve had boats that sank, boats that rolled away, and even one that flew. ~Joe Some of my friends and relatives (my wife being one) have commented at one time or another, that everything happens to me. While I disagree with that in whole, I will admit that I’ve had my share […]
The play’s the thing. ~William Shakespeare One of the nicer amenities provided by the U.S. military for American GI’s in Vietnam was the opportunity to view feature films. (The word feature being highly subjective) Most medium and large U.S. military facilities had a movie […]
Staring into the abyss, holds little trepidation for those who live there. ~Joe *** I served in Vietnam from January of 1970 to January of 1971. My service was during the latter stages of the U.S. involvement in the war and it would be inaccurate to say that […]
Screw the rules, I make em. ~Dick The Bruiser My son Billy and his pals recently hooked up for one of the WrestleMania events. They’ve been doing that since they were kids, and they still enjoy watching the slapstick hilarity whenever they get the chance. And Billy’s now passing the tradition […]
Within the next couple of months this website will surpass one million hits! I wish to thank all who visit and support my writing. In order to mark the occasion we will be having a book giveaway raffle. Please send me an email through the contact page to join the raffle! For those who already […]
Camping is six month’s worth of adventure, packed into a weekend. ~Joe Some years ago my wife Ann and I decided to buy a recreational camper. Although we had tent camped early in our marriage, for many years, along with our children, we stayed at remote cabins in Northern Wisconsin in order to […]