Author Archive: Cam
I am an observer of our interesting world , sharing my passions and my outrages, and thinking of Incredible Ben, his amazing blending of a social and civic life with superb common sense.
Tips for the Beginner: Part III
This is the third article by Steve Moncus, extraordinary teacher! This post is related to the story, The Bully, on his blog, www.teachingthroughloveandmagic.com.
Let’s Get Personal: France
What would Ben think about the terrorist attack on France? In 1776, Ben said, “It is a common observation here (in Paris) that our cause is the cause of all mankind, and that we are fighting for their liberty in defending our own”. He was speaking of the American Revolution, but his words remain meaningful […]
Completing The Loop!
Captain Jim, Sir Walter, and Mary are completing 5306 miles of their loop of the Eastern US via Intercoastal canals, lakes and rivers. This is the last installment of their journey. Courageous souls all, they are at the end of their very unique adventure. (This is the third installment – you should read their story from the beginning!)
Tips for the Beginner, Part II
Steve Moncus is an extraordinary person and teacher, and he will be sharing his advice for those new to the profession. His blog, www.teachingthroughloveandmagic.com has wonderful stories about his experiences. Check those out.
My Friend, Velma
My friend, Velma, is a wonderful photographer. I am struggling to select just a few of her photos as there as so many beautiful choices. Over the years, she has expanded her viewpoints. First, I loved her land and seascapes, and then her wonderful vegetable garden photos. She gardens in pots in a narrow isle […]
My Friend, Steve
Steve Moncus is an extraordinary person and teacher, and he will be sharing his advice for those new to the profession. His blog, www.teachingthroughloveandmagic.com. has wonderful stories about his experiences. The following essay is related to his story, “An Elephant Ate My PE Clothes” on his blog.
Play It Again, Please: The Flyboys & the Calvery
Two movies, both from the 1940’s are worth watching again. They are each about war, each a century apart. Pop the corn and enjoy Hollywood classics about the Flyboys and the Calvary.
FUKUSHIMA !
As a result of the 2011 meltdown of the Fukushima nuclear plant, it was reported in 2014 the FDA was sampling fish in the North Pacific and Alaska waters to detect radioactive iodine or cesium from the meltdown of the Fukushima nuclear plant. In July, 2015, it was reported that small amounts of radioactivity from the Japanese disaster were detected in the air on the California coast.
Looping another 2200 miles!
Note: My friend, Mary, is a “Looper” and she is going to share her adventures with the rest of us. This is the second installment of several as she “loops” the Eastern United States in the Proud Mary accompanied by her husband, Jim, and Walter, their intrepid Cairn terrier. She has taken some wonderful photos […]
Freckles, Herman, and Dodo (and Pepe’ la Pew)
Last year, the 50 ft. spruce Christmas tree in Redding, PA created a stir in social media. Tall, lopsided, with a few scrawny branches, citizens made fun of it – one said it already looked more like something you throw out after Christmas. Then the national media spread the word, and humiliated the city into […]