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Today is the 48th anniversary of Jack Murphy’s death.I was in Rome at the graduate house of studies when I received the devastating news that he had died in an auto accident. The grief of that day lasted for a … Continue reading →

For one shining moment it appeared that I would soon have my license in hand. I had passed the eye test and the last hurdle was merely to have my photo taken but then it happened. The clerk in reviewing … Continue reading →

I believe that if you had fifty thousand persons in a stadium and asked the following questions we would have a genuine understanding of the importance of pre-existing conditions. Please stand up if the answer is yes to any of … Continue reading →

Received this email from an unknown reader of “On the Corner” “I don’t know you but your beautiful book has touched me beyond words. Reading it was like taking a lifetime trip with your two marvelous characters. It reinforced my … Continue reading →

Many times when people are on vacation dreams about new opportunities in life seem to naturally visit their brains and hearts. This rings especially true while lying on a beach looking at the water.However ,it frequently happens that those dreams … Continue reading →

In the midst of all the shouting and rationales regarding the Supreme Court nominee one fact can get easily lost.The abuse of women sexually has been and still is a serious issue.The need to change the culture regarding this challenge … Continue reading →

Part of the joy of writing the novel “On the Corner” was actually reliving some of my most memorable experiences.People became alive again and I could actually feel their presence. I relived the joys and pains of the journey and … Continue reading →

Giving a major presentation on my novel”On the Corner” this evening.The points that I will make are : 1.On the Corner is a metaphor for community. A place where one belongs and like Cheers everyone knows your name. 2.Michael and … Continue reading →

Wonderful wedding at the Botanical Gardens in Denver.Beautiful ceremony with Tig and Ted giving beautiful tributes to Kit and Renaud.Elaine and I will be rented out as wedding guests..

I literally can’t count the number of persons who have inspired me along the way. One of the most powerful lessons they taught me is to love what you do. I don’t always when I open my eyes leap out … Continue reading →