Author Archives: fncoffee
Bloggin’ Ain’t Easy
This whole blog thing is taking some getting used to. My skills are lacking in the technology area so I’m still figuring out the capabilities of the site. The way it stands, it kind of feels like a non user … Continue reading
The Sultan of Soup
After running across the street to pick up some soup for a quick lunch today, I was informed when I reached my destination (The Village Market on Oakbrook Drive) that the Mediterranean Chicken Potato soup wouldn’t be ready until tomorrow. … Continue reading
Family Travel
Some frequent business travelers act annoyed by families who travel through airports near the holidays or summer vacation because they might move a little slower due to having more stuff to carry and possibly not being as familiar with the … Continue reading
Cap’n Bobby
The pilot on the small jet I took this morning was named Bobby. When you are responsible for the lives of more than 30 people at a time in your occupation, I think one should go with Robert, Rob, Bob … Continue reading
German: The Angry Language
Sitting next to a German family with small kids. It’s interesting that even when a father talks presumably lovingly to his small children in their native tongue, it still sounds like Hitler ordering more Jewish people onto the trains.
Carolers Give Me Nervous Gas
I just saw a commercial featuring a bunch of carolers doing some caroling. I hope that carolers never darken my doorstep. I’ve always been very uncomfortable with adults who are comfortable with singing a song right in my face. I … Continue reading
Civil War Reenactment: Practical Considerations
If you’re a Civil War reenactment enthusiast who is all charged up about a big 3-day weekend reenactment-fest out in the woods with your club of fellow adult make-believers, I’ll bet it would be a huge disappointment to learn that … Continue reading
A Fez, A Go-Kart and a Dream
The way I see things for now, I have about 20 more years before retirement. Once I retire, I figure I’ll join a group like this and hit the parade circuit. It’s never too early to plan and I don’t … Continue reading
Let Me Be Frank With You 