May 17th, 2012 by CrispRoot

Rain, rain, go away… etc.  Surely, just about everyone knows this kids’ rhyme…  and in parts of the US it’s chanted pretty much year round.  Meanwhile, here in SoCal, it gets put to bed about this time of year, not to re-appear until November or so. (more…)

April 12th, 2012 by CrispRoot

Did you know that April is National Volunteer Month?  I didn’t either.

So just what is National Volunteer Month?  A month to honor all those who volunteer their time and effort to a good cause?  Well, that’s not a bad idea, and I’m sure it could be worked in there somehow… but that’s not really what it’s all about. (more…)

January 12th, 2012 by CrispRoot

OK, it’s mid-winter… with large parts of the country under several feet of snow.  For those who like physical activity, this means football, baseball, golf, and outdoor hoops are probably out -unless you change the rules significantly, anyway.  But, that doesn’t mean you’re not without some sporting choices… (more…)

January 5th, 2012 by CrispRoot

The holidays and all the traditions they bring are over… the days are getting longer – fractionally, maybe, but longer nonetheless.  Suddenly, as happens every year, a new year is upon us.  This provides a time both to look back and look ahead, and to fill you head with assorted random thoughts such as… (more…)

December 15th, 2011 by CrispRoot

OK, going to bed when it’s dark – that works for me, and has since I was a kid.  Getting up in the dark?  I don’t care for it, but OK… I’ll deal with it for a few months out of the year.  But having to drive home from work in the dark, on the same day I got up in the dark?  Now, that just ain’t right. (more…)

December 8th, 2011 by CrispRoot

What is with Christmas and three word phrases?  The season abounds with them… but at least things like “Deck the Halls” and “Ho, Ho, Ho” are festive, joyous, and are known for putting people in the holiday spirit.  There are a few others, though, that bring out completely different reactions. (more…)