Reflections on the Supreme Court
Gene GlotzerThe Supreme Court ruled that gay couples can marry in all 50 states. I don't talk all that much about gay rights. I'm a strong supporter of gay rights, it's…
The Evil Solstice
Summer officially started today. While I know I will probably complain a lot during the next three months, I wanted to get as much out of the way as I…
Longevity
I've been listening to a lot of B.B. King since his death. One thing that struck me is that "The Thrill Is Gone" was released 20 years into his career. …
Rooting
Before the finals started, if someone had asked me whom I was rooting for, I would have said Cleveland without hesitation. They were technically underdogs, even with the world's greatest…
Smart Protests and Silly Protests
Yesterday Hartford, CT decided to get in on the Moral Monday phenomena. A group of protesters blocked the Hartford side of the Founder's Bridge just before rush hour. Their stated…
Some Thoughts On The 2015 French Open
The 2015 French Open ended today. Unfortunately, with the six hour time difference, I wasn't able to watch much of the tournament. I saw most of today's men's final and…
Why I Love Baseball – June 5th Edition
I got to watch the major league debut of Pat Venditte tonight. He is a 29 year old pitcher for the Oakland A's. He pitched two innings against the Boston…
National Gun Violence Awareness Day
Today, June 2nd, is the first National Gun Violence Awareness Day. According to the official website, wearorange.org, The color orange symbolizes the value of human life. Hunters wear orange to alert…
Mad Max: Fury Road
This isn't like a typical review. It's more like a warning. I got out of work early the other day. I haven't been to the movies in ages and I really…