Human Cost of Hockey

Saw this link the other day for “Bucket List Brewery Tour.”   I have visited two of the brewery’s on the list, but not the one closeted to me. Who is up for a trip to 3 Floyds or a crazy road trip to all of them?  One is in Alaska, so that might be a long drive.

I played football from 4th grade till 11th.  It was a sport that forced me to grow physically and mentally. I interacted with kids that I wouldn’t normally have done things with and had some really great coaches.  Coaches that helped me become who I am today as a person, much more than as an…

When I travel and we are working late into the night it can be hard to find a time to talk with my son. In addition, my son loves to pretend to talk on the phone, but hasn’t been so keen on talking on the real telephone. This time was different. He left me the…

Found a link to this video on the Freakonomcis Blog and thought it was great.  Easy to understand, entertaining, and it points out the foolish decisions that we keep making with our coins.

Explore America’s dramatic elevation changes from Alaska’s towering Denali (20,310 ft) to California’s below-sea-level Death Valley (-282 ft). This interactive map features precise coordinates and detailed information for the highest and lowest geographic points in every U.S. state. Perfect for geography enthusiasts, students, and anyone curious about America’s diverse topography. Jump to State: Select a…

The recent issues with police use of force in a variety of locations have raised new issues related to body cameras for force across the country. While the general view from police officers seems to be against them, the studies linked below seem to suggest they may be helpful. I start to wonder if the…