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After Navy service in World War II, I earned a BFA from the Phila. College of Art (now the Univ. of the Arts). I was then recalled to active duty in the Korean War. Following was a 40-year career in public relations, advertising, sales promotion, graphic

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Celebrations & Holidays > Celebrations & Holidays (Other) How to throw a successful surprise party: 1 of 19
I'd rather throw a necktie party for some of the sleazy politicians in Washington, but that's a whole 'nother subject. Over the years I've planned and participated in some surprise parties, but I can't recall anyone ever throwing one for me. Anyhow, at my very advanced age, such a shock could send me up to that never-ending ... More..
Celebrations & Holidays > Celebrations & Holidays (Other) Inspirational Flag Day poems: 1 of 16
My most vivid memory that goes with Flag Day is a personal moment in American history that was both historically poetic, yet horribly tragic. I was a crewman aboard a Navy attack transport during World War II, and we carried Marines into combat. On the early morning of February 19, 1945, more than 30,000 Marines landed on th... More..
Celebrations & Holidays > Valentine's Day Why Valentine's Day is bittersweet: 3 of 43
On Valentine's Day, 1945, my troop ship was a week away from what looked to be a relatively easy operation. Our passengers were 1,800 Marines jammed into their quarters below. Our Navy galley crew, along with a group of Marine amateur chefs, sweated, stirred and decorated all night to bake up 50 large sheet cakes. At noon on... More..
Celebrations & Holidays > Gift Advice Gift ideas for those who have it all: 1 of 14
And now abideth faith, hope, charity, these three; but the greatest of these is charity. 1 Corinthians 13.13 There's no such person as one who has it all. No matter how much we accumulate in material possessions, each of us needs constant infusions of spiritual wealth, and we need it just about every day. You can provide a v... More..
Celebrations & Holidays > Celebrations & Holidays (Other) Independence Day and its meaning for Americans today: 3 of 41
The original meaning of Independence Day for Americans is just as important as it ever was. Those brave men in Philadelphia who decided that "we mutually pledge to each other our lives, our Fortunes, & our sacred Honor", should be remembered with gratitude as long as this country is free. However, this year, it is important ... More..
Celebrations & Holidays > Gifts for Women Worst gift ideas for your girlfriend: 5 of 56
HUMOR, SORT OF: As a very, very old retiree, I don't have any girlfriends. And even if some of those sexy 75-year-old chicks at the local nursing home look good to my myopic eyes, my wife won't allow me to get close to any of them. Therefore, I couldn't be considered any kind of authority on what to get or not get as gifts f... More..
Celebrations & Holidays > Mother's Day & Father's Day Great books to give your dad for Father's Day: 2 of 18
Books for dad on Father's Day? Great idea. I'm an avid reader, and I appreciate books as gifts for any occasion. However, now that I'm in my 80s, I've told everyone who considers giving me a book to make it on audio tape, CD or DVD. If your old dad is anything like this ancient one, he is sure to have shelves full of books a... More..
Celebrations & Holidays > Mother's Day & Father's Day Mother's Day traditions: Memorable ways to celebrate: 3 of 25
This will be my spouse's 70th birthday AND Mother's Day all happening on the same weekend. How can we celebrate such an important juxtaposition of happiness in appropriately festive style? Easy, easy decision. We're gonna go to Las Vegas, baby! By great coincidence, when we made our reservations we were told we had been awar... More..
Celebrations & Holidays > Mother's Day & Father's Day Why the best Father's Day gifts aren't the most expensive: 6 of 44
I consider the most appreciated low-cost gift for any occasion is one that comes from the heart. If you live far away from your Mom and Dad, your most appreciated gift could be a visit, taking along their grandkids to visit on Father's Day. Unless your folks are super rich with a big, big house, that doesn't necessarily mean... More..
Celebrations & Holidays > Gift Advice Gift ideas for the elderly: 6 of 43
Here's a title I can write to with great enthusiasm. I'm 82 and well into the elderly ranks. Therefore, if you're asking me what I'd want as a gift, how about a hot young chick of 75. That's just the first part. The second is that she takes me, all expenses paid, to Las Vegas, sets us up in a luxury penthouse suite atop Caes... More..