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Briefly. My favorite childhood memory is getting out of bed in the morning without my back hurting. Trivia #1: What distress phrase, used in aviation and maritime, signals channel clearance and all other radio users must cease transmissions and clear the channel for the distressed vessel? It also initiates immediate rescue efforts and alerts emergency … Continue reading Friday, May 1, 2026

Briefly. (I enjoyed, as always, the NFL draft last night. I did not enjoy the Bruins or Red Sox games. I’m a little tired this morning…) I remember the first year we were married. One rainy Saturday, our afternoon, outdoor plans were canceled. I asked my wife what she was going to do all afternoon. … Continue reading Friday, April 24, 2026

Briefly. (My son’s wedding was great, thanks for asking.) Sylvester Stallone said he wants to make a movie about classical music. He says, “I’ll be Beethoven.” Jean Claude van Damme says, “Okay, I’ll be Mozart.” Arnold Schwarzenegger says, “I’ll be Bach.” Trivia #1: After a major renovation, including a hand-operated electronic scoreboard, Fenway Park in … Continue reading Friday, April 17, 2026

Briefly. Me: I’ll have the sloppy Joe.My wife: This is a fancy restaurant, you idiot.Me: Apologies. I’ll have the uncouth Joseph.Waiter: Excellent choice, sir. Trivia #1: Which U.S. President was awarded an honorary Doctor of Laws (LL.D.) degree from Harvard, though he did not attend the university?Trivia #2: Who’s newborn baby was featured on the … Continue reading Friday, April 3, 2026