Book Recommendation – The Demon of Unrest

This book has been on my "To read" list for a bit. A co-worker read it before me and said how much she loved it. So as soon as I had finished the book I was reading, I got ahold of this one - The Demon of Unrest. As someone who loves history, I truly … Continue reading Book Recommendation – The Demon of Unrest →

Some Books I’ve Read

It's been a bit since I offered up some thoughts on my recent reads, so I thought I would share a few with you. (The one I am currently reading is very good and will review separately when I finish.) I really enjoyed this book. I certainly gained some insight into Abraham Lincoln and learned … Continue reading Some Books I’ve Read →

Happy Birthday to The Mitten!

My home state of Michigan became the 26th state on this day in 1837. Happy 186th Birthday!! Here are some cool facts: Pledge Did you know that there is a pledge of allegiance to the Michigan flag?? Next time you glance up at the dark blue banner with its shield, elk, moose and eagle, you’re welcome … Continue reading Happy Birthday to The Mitten! →

April 14 – In History

I've always been a "This Day in History" kind of guy. Even without looking at a list, two major historical events happened on this day. Both of these events fascinate me to this day. What is interesting about both events is that they both happen on April 14th and end sadly on April 15th. 1865 … Continue reading April 14 – In History →

“Just Write”

I have been at a loss for what to write the past few weeks. I'm not sure if that is because I am busy with other things or if I've run out of things to talk about. Everything I read about blogging always says "Just write!" So here I am - writing. I went through … Continue reading “Just Write” →

A Smile Amid Chaos

All you had to do this week was turn on the news, check your social media page, or surf the internet to see the chaos going on in the world. As an American, it makes me sad to see the state of the country. The division within the country is just sickening. Abraham Lincoln quoted … Continue reading A Smile Amid Chaos →

Looking Ahead To Tomorrow

I posted this on Facebook earlier, but I felt it was worth sharing on my blog: "You know what I'm going to do the day after Election Day if my candidate loses? Go to workBe happyLive my lifeLove others If he wins? The same." I also saw this, which is also worth reposting: "After the … Continue reading Looking Ahead To Tomorrow →

Back in Time?

All writers get writer's block. I am hardly a "writer", but sometimes stare at the blank page and wonder what to write about. Since I began blogging, I have stumbled on blogs written by others who share some of the same interests as me. I have followed blogs that feature movies, TV, music, nostalgia, positive … Continue reading Back in Time? →