63 years ago today, 361 Japanese warplanes attacked American airfields and shipyards at Pearl Harbor, disabling 19 ships, destroying 200 planes, and killing over 2300 men. The pre-emptive strike prompted this country to plunge headlong into the most destructive war in history. It was a defining moment, to be sure; one which ultimately marked the … Continue reading “Slumbering Giant”
If you ever watched the show Twin Peaks (great show, by the way), you know that Dale Cooper, Special Agent, had a penchant for enjoying the little things in life. Though dutifully fulfilling his law enforcement obligations, he understood the importance of living and thinking dynamically, not submitting to the monotonous routine many believe inescapable … Continue reading “Give Yourself a Present”
Okay, so two politically-oriented topics in as many posts, though this one will also remain (with some effort) non-partisan. After all, it IS voting day. I just wanted to share with you my relief at this day having finally arrived. At this point I just want it over with. I didn’t believe either one of … Continue reading “2 For 2”
One thing everonward has (hopefully) yet to be during its short existence is political (and by that, I think I mean partisan). I plan, for the most part, to keep it that way, too. If you are like me, you find yourself bombarded by politics at every turn. And, if you are like me, you … Continue reading “Hitler’s Patriot Act”
In general, I admire ingenuity and creativity, but such attributes strike an even greater chord with me when demonstrated in the context of mischief. That said, I thought it only appropriate (and fair?) to tip my hat to the clever batch of co-ops we had at work this past summer, despite the fact their fun … Continue reading “Due Credit Where Credit’s Due”
I saw a sign today that said: “You Are What You Think About.” It scared the hell out of me.
I figured by this time the readers of this site might be wondering what it’s all about (though I could be wrong), so I’ve decided to offer a brief explanation for both of you. This web log represents nothing more than those those (often random) topics of which I might be thinking at a particular … Continue reading “What IS Everonward?”
They come in many forms: people, places, events. They can hit you out of the blue or they can sneak up on you. They can be the result of that which you never saw coming or they can simply be a new twist on something you only thought you knew: a rediscovery. They can disarm … Continue reading “Pleasant Surprises”
I’ve never been a big fan of work, in general. While there should be nothing surprising about that, what might surprise you is the fact that every weekday morning on my way out the door I can’t help but crack a bemused smile. Why, you ask? It’s simple, really. Typically, on such a morning, I’m … Continue reading “Livin’ the Dream”
This post is somewhat delayed, considering the subject of its contents occurred last week, but it’s something I’ve thought about since. Last Wednesday, I went to see the band Boston in concert with a couple of friends from work. It was a typical July day for Cleveland: upper 80’s and sunny. The venue was the … Continue reading “More Than a Feeling”