It only takes few a minutes. That’s how long it took for Pam and I to get back into the parenting groove after a weekend away. Thanks to a wonderful grandmother, who watched the kids for the weekend, we were able to get away for two nights to Philadelphia for a concert and some great… Read more »
The only negative about the proposed Jellyfish Festival in Ocean City is it will be more than a year before it happens. The event will feature live music on the beach and around town with nationally known acts, extreme sports athletes, a motorcross stunt team, surfing, a skate/BMX event and more. It sounds like a… Read more »
It’s a shame it’s a two-year effort, but the project about to get underway to protect the Boardwalk from potential vehicle attacks is a wise investment. We live in a “what if” world and unfortunately Ocean City, specifically the Boardwalk, is not prepared for some of the disturbing incidents that have occurred across the country… Read more »
Learning something new about the area’s history Fresh fruit with breakfast Trying out random restaurants away from home New buds on a shrub Hearing my kids are fine while away A day without a schedule to keep The smell of freshly cut wood How hard my son works at speech therapy When hard work pays… Read more »
Maryland voters in November will face a referendum question with huge ramifications for education. A constitutional amendment will appear before voters that if passed would prevent the state from using gambling revenues from the state’s six casino operations for any project outside of education. According to an article in The Washington Post, “The “lockbox” bill… Read more »
When trying to get a general read of Maryland’s legislative session, which wrapped up this week, it’s understandable how people can be confused. Mixed messages are sent from a variety of media outlets as well as the elected officials themselves. As is typically the case, dozens of media statements were released from legislators across the… Read more »
While checking out of the grocery store the other day, Carson tried to pull a fast one on me. As usual, we always go to the store at the most crowded time. I know better but that’s how life goes. As Carson and I were waiting in the long line to check out, it was… Read more »
Walking to dinner Kids celebrating a win The grounds of Augusta National Mexican food once a week 3-D puzzles Wireless keyboards The show, “Homeland” A newly paved driveway Watching the sunrise from an oceanfront hotel room The aroma of Camden Yards Broiled seafood
As my kids are getting older, I miss those genuine looks of excitement that once were commonplace. To me, these youthful, spontaneous and innocent reactions were amazing to behold. It’s what we would see from our kids on Christmas mornings and their birthdays when they opened their gifts. We would also see them on more… Read more »
All the little ones dressed up for Easter in church A team celebrating a win together Buzzer beaters in basketball Innocence A few appetizers for dinner Cutting back on stamp use Sitcoms with great writing Coaches who are tough and positive Sunny and dry weekends Seeing boats out in the bay again Matinee movies