Millie
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Year-End Wind-Down
There is a period in the Central New York seasonal cycle between when the last of the fall foliage drops from the trees and when the first serious snow accumulation arrives. It’s a time of dreary landscapes filled with bare tree limbs silhouetted against drab skies, dampened by cold drizzle and fog. Generally, that is… Continue reading
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October
I’ve heard it said that tourism is all about collecting clichés. When it comes to the enduring clichés associated with the fall season, I don’t need to engage in tourism to collect them. They are right outside my front door. Central New York has all of the stereotypical/archetypical ingredients of American autumns in spades: pumpkin… Continue reading
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The Sidekick
When I’ve seen dog shows on TV, the announcers will occasionally describe a breed as “an excellent companion animal.” I’m of the belief that any dog, if properly trained and socialized, can be an excellent companion for the right person, but I’ve also had enough dogs to know that some of them are more inclined… Continue reading
About Me
Researcher. Marketer. Teacher. Father of adult children and dogs. 20th Century holdover. Central New York native. Long-suffering Buffalo Bills fan. History nerd. Traveler. Vintage advertising enthusiast. Hat wearer.