Eldorado fins, whitewalls, and skirts Rides just like a little bit of heaven here on earth Well buddy when I die throw my body in the back And drive me to the junkyard in my Cadillac Cadillac Ranch by Bruce Springsteen My favorite coffee roaster, grilling consultant, and automotive expert…

Teenincy (tea nine c) The author of a The 100-Year-Old Man Who Climbed Out The Window and Disappeared, Jonas Jonasson, tells of his grandchildren challenging the authenticity of the stories he tells them. “Grandpa, are your stories all true?” I’m starting to get the same question. His answer to them…

The short car trips dad and I take are frequently interesting. The observations and memories of my 96-year-old dad give me pause and the shared stories occupy my mind long after the drive. These intriguing stories would have never been heard without the idle time provided by a road adventure. …

2021 Books A look back at some of the best books read in 2021 (most were published in other years). I use Goodreads to keep track of what I read and to see what friends read. If you are a reader, it is a good source for honest reviews, information…

I wrote this almost ten years ago. Now almost ten years later I have become an advocate for the hearing impaired. Improving your hearing with technology improves your life and those around you. Ask me about the difference improved hearing can make in your life. I like to listen. I…

We started our trip with a drive to the Iredale Café arriving for a late lunch. The place is known for their catfish and there are stories of some driving many miles just to dine here. The fish was tasty, and the side dishes were prepared on-site. It was good…

As I merged onto I 30 headed to Paluxy, a new Mercedes SUV pulled in front of me. The personalized license plate on the SUV read ILUVGOD. Immediately in my head Janis Joplin started to sing Oh Lord, won’t you buy me a Mercedes Benz? My friends all drive Porsches…

The best trips are sometimes very close to home. The breakfast we had at Crave, the new bakery in Glen Rose was quite good. The Danish and the muffin were excellent. Crave is at a level not often seen in a small town. The location in an old barber shop…

Everybody is Somebody, Dear Dad 8.29.21