The governor was often in foul mood, for he was ruled by his wife Lady Frances. She was frequently absent, sharing her charms with various others including the king’s son, Prince William. I was a broken man without hope, but for the sake of the children who I instructed, I continued at my teacher’s post.
Archives for June 2019
America’s National Pastime
Baseball has a certain magic and mythical nature to it that every Baseball fan is conscious of. This magic is palpable in Cooperstown, NY, where my recent visit to the Baseball Hall of Fame reminded me of the game’s joy, its colorful history and its deep significance to American culture.
The Dangers of Underage Online Gambling
This widespread, instant access to a world of gambling means everyone — including underage people — can become hooked far easier than they would have in the past. And that’s a very real problem.
In Search of the Authentic New York
All great cities never run out of secrets, however, and NYC is the greatest city of them all. While destinations like Times Square and Central Park are definitely worth a visit, there are so many other attractions that, although off the beaten path, embody what makes NYC a great urban center.
My Name is Osei (part two)
It was the summer of 1796 when we arrived in Nova Scotia and we counted ourselves fortunate to have made our advent during the warm season. In actual fact, most of us were experiencing colder temperatures than we had ever before encountered.
Restore Someone Else’s Faith in Humanity by Giving Back
There are many ways to pay it forward and cheer up someone else’s day. Here are a few of them.
Poet Pots
I have handmade 101 clay pots with the faces of different poets from around the world on them. I am leaving the pots, along with poems by those poets around the city for people to discover, read, and take home with them.
Tarmac Meditations: Haiku # 32
Lost my drivin’ wheel
The Decline of Youth Sport Participation in Rural America
Youth sports are at the core of a typical American upbringing. Not only do sports encourage important skills such as teamwork, self-confidence, and health, but student athletes can get the chance to qualify for college scholarships after high school graduation.
My Name is Osei (part one)
One morning I awoke, and noticed the absence of the rocking movement of the vessel to which I’d grown accustomed. Shouts and cries assailed my ears and strange smells penetrated even through the miasma of our hold. The hatch opened and we blinked at the bright light, then staggered out of the vessel. With its hot sun and its palm trees, Jamaica was in some ways much like home.