Water, Water Everywhere, But Not A Drop To Drink | Weekly Report for January 10, 2025
When I saw pictures this week of water flooding inside, not outside, of the Richmond Water Treatment Plant, I was reminded of the famous line from the ancient epic poem “Rime of…
3.5 on Yelp is the New Gold Standard | Weekly Report for April 12, 2024
I’ve had a few experiences staying at five-star hotels and eating at five-star restaurants. You expect the best and you usually get it. The Jefferson Hotel is a AAA 5-Diamond Hotel and its…
My Dad Told Me to “Get a Job” | Weekly Report for November 10, 2023
I remember my first job like it was yesterday. I was a part-time clerk and delivery driver at Brookville Drug Store. It was across the street from my school. I walked…
We Sought Inspiration and We Found It | Weekly Report for May 19, 2023
“Are we there yet?” I laughed as I spoke these words to my trusty co-pilot and carpool buddy Kent Brockwell, as we pulled onto a narrow country road in the middle…
Commencement Advice: Wear Sunscreen | Weekly Report for May 12, 2023
The commencement speaker at Virginia Tech’s graduation this morning was Jean Case, Chairman of National Geographic Society and CEO of the Case Foundation. It was a nice speech delivered by “a digital pioneer.” Case started her…