What is success? Some would say it’s landing the job that represents the pinnacle of one’s vocation. Others might point to the amassing of money, houses, cars, or other assets. We watch television shows where celebrities appear, dressed in fine clothes and adorned with jewels, seeming to have it all. Perhaps that’s the version of […]
I heard the crackle and then the sound of a tree crashing to the ground. At least, that’s how it sounded in the dead of night. I headed to the wall to turn on the light, but I stubbed my toe on the cedar bedpost. Holding my foot, I hopped over to the switch and […]
“Award-Winning Author and Actor Randall Franks Unveils New Southern Crime Novella: ‘Southern Crossing: Ithaca’s Legacy’” Southern Crossing : Ithaca’s Legacy is Randall’s latest book. Award-winning author, journalist, and actor Randall Franks, known for his role as “Officer Randy Goode” on “In the Heat of the Night,” introduces his 12th book, “Southern Crossing: Ithaca’s Legacy.” This […]
Could you imagine a life in which you were totally isolated possibly living in a secluded cabin in the mountains of Alaska or somewhere else? There are some who would easily find their bliss in that situation. Perhaps, I would be one of those, at least that is the way I feel on some days. […]
Throughout my life, even in childhood, I was fascinated by time travel. I watched any movie or TV show associated with the topic. From H.G. Wells “The Time Machine” to the series The Time Tunnel, a short-lived series that I watched in reruns growing up. Even “Fantasy Island” or “Sliders” would occasionally have a show […]
To say I am a patriotic person would probably be an understatement. The American Republic, the American Dream, ideals enshrined in the U.S. Constitution, Bill of Rights and the Declaration of Independence burn within me. While its inappropriate for a man to say, I tear up when I hear certain combinations of words that reflect […]
Friends often come into our lives and have an impact, some just walk through and move on while others stay and sit a spell. These impacts can be minor or can be major and can even change your life. I have been blessed with many people stepping into my circle of life who I have […]
As I begin the new year, I am always led to clean, I find myself reaching up into shelves, hitting all the spots neglected through the rest of the year. It’s times like these, I tend to desire a good laugh to take away the mundane of such activity. So, I got to thinking upon […]
I once walked through some of the most amazing imaginable moments a human being could dream upon. Many of the legendary stars of yesteryear were part of my life sharing their energies, advice and day-to-day existence with me. I have rubbed elbows with some people blessed with resources beyond our imagination. What has those past […]
As we travel unique roads in life, it is sometimes saddened by the fact that those that travel along with us eventually step off the path. They can simply follow a different route, taking the path of least resistance, or they may choose a steeper climb. Sometimes they find a life peril that they cannot […]
