I was delighted by the clouds as I sat outdoors a sunny deck.  The big bank of cumulus clouds caught the sunset’s glow and revealed a perfect image—that of an entrancing flamenco dancer, her big eyes flashing, her earring dangling, her…

I walked into the local feed store to purchase some wild bird seed last week, and was greeted by dozens of birds that were decidedly not of the wild variety. The annual spring shipments of chicks and ducklings had arrived, ready…

It would be hard to find an American who is not familiar with the game show, Jeopardy, which has been on TV in some form since 1964.  It started with a unique format that has continued to this day.  The answers…

The Chicago River is officially green, flowing with colored dye, a strange tradition if ever I’ve heard one. Shamrocks are adorning lapels, pots of gold are showing up at doorsteps, and bars are planning for busy nights.  Somewhere I’m sure party…