In his 1993 legendary speech, late great Jim Valvano offered some thoughts on what makes a great day – laughter, tears and thought.Just eight weeks before he died from cancer, Valvano, a long-time college basketball coach, said at the ESPYs, “To me, there are three things we all should do every day. … Number one… Read more »
Author Archives: Steven Green
Things I Like – June 17, 2022
Remembering chats with Mike BeattyOC Air Show’s practice dayBerlin’s Broad Street StationStudents learning financial literacyA smooth phone updateWatching crowd reactions at the Air ShowA pool dip after yard workThe growth of Berlin’s bathtub racesParental mixed emotions that come with last day of schoolWhen my teenager hears meSunshine after a quick storm
Students Deserve Praise For Bravery
“See something, hear something, say something. It works.”A message worthy of highlighting from Worcester County Superintendent of Schools Lou Taylor, who spoke during last week’s press conference. The words address how a potentially dangerous situation at Berlin Intermediate School last week was averted.Chills flowed through parents last Friday as Sheriff Matt Crisafulli read through his… Read more »
Things I Like – June 10, 2022
Driving with all the windows down and the radio upAcai bowls on the beachA no-cloud blue skyA lightbulb moment for my teenQ&A interviewsBeach morningsPool afternoonsBlunt election candidatesNew special eventsQuiet Sunday nights at homeSteamed crabs a couple times a month
The Adventures Of Fatherhood – June 10, 2022
Whenever the moods of my teen agitate me to the point I lose my composure, I feel tremendous guilt later.It’s funny how this works with parenting. An honest reaction to something absurd he says or more often in our case something he does not do ends up resulting in me feeling bad.Nine times out of… Read more »
Thoughts From The Publisher’s Desk – June 10, 2022
Though no attendance numbers were made available this week, there appeared to be strong support for last weekend’s first bull riding event in Ocean City.Personal observations and discussions with attendees tell us the event was far over 70% occupancy for each of the three shows on Friday-Sunday. Friday appeared to be locals’ night, while Saturday… Read more »
Things I Like – June 3, 2022
Hearing positive business reportsNot working on Memorial DayPlaces that serve breakfast all dayDropping my son off for his first day of workA kitchen with two sinksPeople watching on the BoardwalkQuick phone callsPeople who are good with remembering faces, namesBathing suits hanging off a balconyNew tires on a vehicleClose NBA playoff games
The Adventures Of Fatherhood – June 3, 2022
Teens have a way of sucking the goodness out of situations.Harsh I know, but it’s the reality sometimes with my 14-year-old moody one. It’s just a phase I can’t telling myself and eventually the boy I know so well will return. Until then my little pet name for him will be soul-sucker.The little nickname came… Read more »
Thoughts From The Publisher’s Desk – June 3, 2022
Over the last two weeks, hundreds of local high school students graduated from local public and private schools. The Class of 2022 has truly endured more than any group of graduates in recent history. It’s worth considering what exactly has taken place during their high school years.The students’ sophomore year was essentially ended by a… Read more »
Successful Petition Could Slow Complex Process
Whether in support or opposed to the effort, credit goes to the sports complex petition organizers for their dedication to the cause.About 50 volunteers have been canvassing the community collecting signatures from registered voters who either oppose or simply want a chance to cast their opinion on the $11 million proposed bond bill to finance… Read more »