Websites of My Family and Friends
A list of my family’s and friend’s websites.
Entries for May, 2009
Theater Superstitions
This article explores those odd superstitions theatre people follow. Why can’t you whistle backstage? Why do we say “break a leg?”
Benjamin Franklin
Franklin has been my biggest hero since I can remember. Growing up in Philadelphia probably had a lot to do with it. However, there is no denying that Benjamin Franklin was a genius, a patriot and a success. There is no one that I can think of that did it all like Franklin did. He [...]
Being Bissextile
(Originally posted February 29, 2008) I admit that every few years I get confused about being bissextile. It’s not an easy thing to talk about. Most people seem confused and somewhat embarrassed by the issue. But what can I do? It’s not like I have a lot of control over it. What really bothers me [...]
Valentine’s Day
(Originally posted on February 14, 2008) How did February 14 become a day of love letters, flowers and candy? One legend begins during the reign of Claudius II (268 – 270 C.E.). The large Roman Empire was always dealing with invasions or uprisings. It needed large numbers of soldiers in its armies. However, Claudius noted [...]