Less is more.This is an approach I have taken of late with 15-year-old Beckett.There was a time when our teenager didn’t share much with us. I would say now he shares a lot, but it’s more like a lecture or rant about a social topic, school matter or random observation.For instance, I listened one night… Read more »
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Things I Like – September 29, 2023
Drama-less daysLive music on the Taylor House lawnLearning about historyFeeding my teen’s photography interestGoing to OC during a stormA day of sunshine after many withoutStudents using a wall pencil sharpenerThe weeks leading up to vacationAvoiding small talk whenever possibleWatching dogs on the beachNutella on anything
Special Event Zone Achieved OC’s Goal
For many years, as recently as 2020, this weekend in Ocean City was marred by an outlier group of vehicle enthusiasts intent on wreaking havoc on the roads of Ocean City. Over the last three years, the non-event – called a pop-up rally — has trickled to nothing.We think if another year goes by –… Read more »
The Adventures Of Fatherhood – September 22, 2023
A list of recent random things that have surprised me in varying degrees about raising teens. The Appetite: We are clearly at the point where neither Beckett, 15, nor Carson, 13, are ever full. There are times when they do stop eating, but it’s usually because they want to find something bad for them instead… Read more »
Things I Like – September 22, 2023
“Orioles Magic” in personShort meetingsQuick phone callsFunny parenting storiesWhat a fresh load of mulch can doWhen the Orioles and Ravens win on the same dayMaking my wife laugh so hard her eyes waterSteak and asparagus for dinnerAny kind of a tax creditTrying my first yellow watermelonKeeping things simple when possible
Thoughts From The Publisher’s Desk – September 22, 2023
For as many people who converge on the Ocean City area for bike week, it’s amazing there are not more incidents. There are significant accidents typically and a few assaults, but for the most part it’s a safe weekend. It may not be peaceful and quiet, but it’s a significant economic punch for most businesses,… Read more »
9/11 Best Remembered Through First Responders
On Sept. 11, 2001, the New York Fire Department lost 343 firefighters/paramedics – about half of its entire fleet of personnel.Last Sunday, “60 Minutes” featured the NYFD interviewing the men and women who were on the ground and responded to the twin towers site the morning 22 years ago. The piece, which is worth a… Read more »
Things I Like – September 15, 2023
Eating well on a MondayMy son’s love for ringing the church bellThe first NFL weekendSeptember beach daysA new pair of shoes that feel oldSaving up for something I wantMaking tacos at homeCompetitive young athletesPutting away the last groceryGood book recommendationsWalking to dinner in Berlin
Thoughts From The Publisher’s Desk – September 15, 2023
The Worcester County Board of Education’s full response to the Worcester County Commissioners’ letters last week seeking more details on budget practices and specifics was received yesterday. A more detailed story will be coming next week as it was emailed too close to deadline.In the written response to the Worcester County Commissioners, Board of Education… Read more »
The Adventures Of Fatherhood – September 15, 2023
Inspiration comes in waves and twice this week two local residents contacted me out of the blue to tell me their adoption stories.I do not want to violate their privacy so best not to share their details, but I have learned over the years each adoption journey is unique, and a common theme is how… Read more »