The 1976 US Men’s Downhill Ski Team

Many years ago after moving from the Detroit suburbs to northern Michigan, I joined the high school ski team but never competed back in 1976. That same year, Cary Adgate from Boyne City Michigan actually made the US Ski Team for the Winter Games. He was placed not in the position to medal but madeContinue reading “The 1976 US Men’s Downhill Ski Team”

Raleigh Touring

Years ago, I came into a small inheritance which I chose to spend most of it on a reputable bicycle from a company known for excellent products. The above is a Raleigh Technium lightweight 12 speed touring bike in the smallest adult size possible. Purchased from what is considered to be a bicycle boutique gearedContinue reading “Raleigh Touring”

Classes More Than An Education

Like many other students, favorite subjects change because of the teacher or course content. Believe that change is discovering how one can do well in a variety of subjects. Some classes that are more than an education were my favorites because they touched my spirit. During high school and undergraduate, my favorite subjects that IContinue reading “Classes More Than An Education”

Time Management

Time management is something that everyone needs to get the most out of a 24 hour day. Truthfully, 8 hours sleep is a must for the human body to recover and to rest plus prevent illness. Lack of deep sleep can account for numerous illnesses such as obesity, diabetes and heart disease. In addition, threeContinue reading “Time Management”

Finding Old to Feel New Again

In my early 60s with lots of energy and with dreams, I have my goal of moving across country one more time within the next three years. The purpose is to finding old to feel new again. Since moving to north Texas, I learned quickly that I miss the water and the mature trees plusContinue reading “Finding Old to Feel New Again”

October 1, 1908

The first Model T rolled off the Ford assembly line in Detroit on October 1, 1908 being the vehicle for the common man. By 1927, more than 15 million were sold. (Source-WILX). This has meaning to me because my great grandfather and grandfather both worked for Ford in various positions from assembly to engineering. InContinue reading “October 1, 1908”

Common Sense

The Oxford Dictionary describes Common Sense as good sense and sound judgment in practical matters. Common sense to me is the shortest and quickest path to solving a problem. It doesn’t require much education or intellect but trusting your senses and judgment. In about fifth grade, a teacher who tried to open the student’s eyesContinue reading “Common Sense”