Entries by Steve Kowalski

Sandy

It seems not that long ago I was at the beach every summer with Jackie and the girls playing in the sand. Back then….and today, I’m not much of an artist – mostly pail molds, our specially designed sand diggers, and time! I can remember being on the beach for hours digging enormous moats, making […]

Stay Inside the Lines

When we were kids, there was one activity I think we all seemed to enjoy – coloring. Early on, as I was learning my colors and improving my dexterity Mom would let me scribble a bit, just getting some color on the page. As I got older, I can still remember Mom (and brothers, sisters, […]

Go For The Gold

The Olympics. Each of us can remember amazing moments throughout our lives when we watched incredible athletes from around the world perform incredible feats, fulfilling  their dreams to compete, representing their respective countries. The Olympics are known the interlocking rings logo, the opening and closing ceremony pageantry, the “walk in” and closing ceremonies and of […]

Dog Days

There’s no doubt that some days this summer get really hot.  Without much warning, the mercury rises, the clouds disappear and the summer sun and heat become oppressive.  I have to admit, we’re very lucky to be in Cleveland Ohio, next to Lake Erie and far from the real heat belt of the US (go […]

Symbolic

Symbols.  They are all around us. Without really thinking, we respond to six sided STOP signs, traffic lights, hazardous chemical marks, UL branding, the recycling arrow symbol, text alerts, street crossing ways, handicap signs, and of course the yellow smile face (thanks Forest Gump). I’m sure you can think of many more. One symbol, that still […]

Junky

The other day I was driving back from a very good customer visit and noticed the line of cars at a national chain hamburger restaurant.  Then I passed another chain, and sure enough, long line. Then I saw a wrap-around line for drive through coffee. It got me to wondering about this type of food, and […]

Yum!

Yum, yum, yummy, yum, yum!!!!!!!   :))))))))))))) As I’m guessing most will agree, one of the great taste enjoyments in life is that of a red, ripe strawberry.  As a foodie, this time of year I just can’t get enough strawberries – on my cereal, in my morning smoothies, as a quick snack, on a buffet […]

Thank You Fathers

Happy Father’s Day!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!  :)))))))))))))) This Sunday is Father’s Day – celebrated to show appreciation and honor to fathers. It is time set aside to salute and express our adoration for every man who has poured his love into the lives of his children, thus positively affecting their lives forever. As a father, and a grandfather, […]

Flag Day

I love our flag. I really do!! The first official flag is there in the second image. It’s come a long way, baby. And it still resonates as the symbol of Freedom in this crazy world!!! Next Friday marks a special day in American history – recognition of our American flag. That day, though not a federal […]