My thoughts and observations of what is and what should be
May 28th - 3 Years Later It's May 28th, in the evening. I am finally seated in a place to address this difficult subject. I don't know how long I will take. I know that to sit and think about my late brother on this day, takes me some time. Honestly, I'm on the couch in our living room. I am listening to our beloved Red Sox on the radio. All four of us kids love the Red Sox. We Continue Reading...
Mother's Day 2024 May 12 Happy Mother's Day, Mom! I love you. I always have. Recently, I have thought quite a bit about your family. About our family. The more I think about such things the more I thank God. In short, I cannot dwell on your family, our family, without thinking of God's immeasurable grace and provision. That is a testimony. It was God that put you and I together, and the Continue Reading...
Barbara Ann Appleby (Peterson) - January 22, 1949 ~ February 22, 2024 - First words I think of: Truth. Family. Eyes. Humor. Sports. Tremendous meals. John 14:6 - I am the way, the truth, and the life, no man cometh unto the Father, but by me. Continue Reading...
Back To Peace - Trans-Siberian Orchestra. Two weeks ago I wrote a piece on TSO that started the way you see in the following paragraph. Today I try to put into words, coming Back to Peace, as it relates to my two-plus decade relationship with the band, their music, and their fans. Recently, I was asked by a number of people, if I would be writing anything about seeing Trans-Siberian Orchestra Continue Reading...
On Days Like These A Tribute to my Uncle Vernon Peterson and the Peterson Family Continue Reading...
Ashburn Ice House - West Rink - October 9, 2023 - DC Day 3 - 2010 Flames (MRYHA) Congressional Cup Fall Classic SemiFinal #4 seed 2010 Flames at #1 Stamford Sharks The 2010 Flames are made up of players born in 2010 and 2011. They are a U14 Minor 2 team (meaning there is a Minor 1 team ahead of them) in their home organization. I have called this team a development team for years. Yet, every Continue Reading...
ION International Training Center Arena Rink and Haymarket Iceplex South Rink - October 8, 2023 - DC Day 2 - 2010 Flames (MRYHA) Congressional Cup Fall Classic 2010 Flames at Delaware Ducks 2010 Flames vs. Clearwater Ice Storm The 2010 Flames battled and found a way to win a tough game against the Delaware Ducks, 4-0. During the game I was talking with an official for the tournament who was Continue Reading...
September 30, 2023 - Five Sunrises There is something special, almost exciting, about being up before the dawn's early light The day is not promised, but there you are, alive and wide-eyed, still attached to the night If there is the gift of a new day, then you are already moving, well on your way Somewhere in the reaches of mind there is wonder of Continue Reading...
Ordinary Extra - June 6, 2023. D-Day Remembered. “Your task will not be an easy one. Your enemy is well-trained, well equipped and battle-hardened. He will fight savagely…I have full confidence in your courage, devotion to duty and skill in battle. We will accept nothing less than full Victory! Good Luck! And let us all beseech the blessing of Almighty God upon this great and noble undertaking” Continue Reading...
Ordinary Extra - June 5, 2023. Monday Mundane. Monday morning, the rain fell softly and quietly in its overcast scene. The wet gray scene did not inspire anyone in our home to rise, shine, and hit the ground running. Continue Reading...