Category: Commentary/Opinion

Finding My Inner Dork

As you might recall, I had an idea not so long ago on how to spend my birthday money/Best Buy gift card. After much consideration I decided against the iPod Touch and took the family to the store to see what we can buy. Here's the breakdown: Ann: Motorola Bluetooth car unit. Me: Indiana Jones … Continue reading Finding My Inner Dork →

The Bully

There have been a few times in my life when I’ve realized that I was now Daddy instead of plain ol’ Dave. The first such instance was when we brought Anthony home and we watched our first ballgame together a day later. As a baseball fan, that was a big deal to me. Second was … Continue reading The Bully →

On a Quest

I'm demanding some recognition from Rosarito! I just sent this e-mail using the addresses listed on their POST form. Sneaky, aren't I? ----- To: [xxx]@rosarito.org CC: [xxx]@rosarito.org, [xxx]@rosarito.org Subject: Billboard Correction On January 16, 2008, I sent the following e-mail via Rosarito.org: Are you aware of the spelling error on your current billboard? I see … Continue reading On a Quest →

Carl Karcher, 1917-2008

Today's post is in remembrance of Carl Karcher, founder of Carl's Jr. restaurants. Call me weird, stupid or downright crazy for dedicating an entry to a man that, for what it's worth, "only" created a chain of fast-food joints. But as a southern California native, that smiling and once-freckled star that still welcomes me to … Continue reading Carl Karcher, 1917-2008 →

I Miss Olde Tyme Hockey

A few days ago I overheard our newest employee--she's filling the void I left when I transferred--talk about her love for the Los Angeles Kings. She's already been to all their home games. She has her own Kings blog. In short, she's nuts for them. Upon overhearing this, my mind was immediately transported back to … Continue reading I Miss Olde Tyme Hockey →