My parents became serious MJB coffee drinkers in the 1940s and as I had long observed by the 1950s, were tethered to their shiny chrome coffee percolator. Mom and Dad loved MJB Coffee. It was not so much the flavor as it was the family myth that MJB Coffee stood for Mighty Joe Boyle Coffee. […]
Lakewood
Westside Story – Peace, Beauty & Tranquility
When I was a police officer, I use to practice my quick draw in case I had to shoot quickly. In retirement I still practice my quick draw, except instead of drawing my 45, I draw my iPhone 7 camera.
Westside Story – Dopey Free Speech
Most of you probably know by now that I am old school and am dead set against marijuana. On February 27, 2017, I published an article titled Westside Story – It’s A Wonderful Life which does a good job of removing all doubt regarding my position on dope.
Westside Story – "Here Comes The Judge"
“Here Comes The Judge” is a famous line from a popular old TV show known as Rowan & Martin’s Laugh-In that ran from about 1968 to 1973.
Westside Story – A Sign Of The Times
While wandering around downtown Sumner I came across a sign that stopped me in my tracks. In case you are too busy to loiter on Sumner sidewalks, here is a photo of the sign.
Westside Story – The Thin Blue Line
Have you ever wondered what a police officer does in a 30-year career, day in and day out? I understand we think we know what cops do from watching make believe sources such as TV, movies and the news.
Westside Story – Correction
I am so embarrassed. Ever since we started our current century on January 1, 2000, I have focussed on not making any mistakes. Here I am on March 28, 2017, facing the cold reality that I made my first mistake in this century.
Westside Story – MyLakewood311 Part II
On March 24, 2017, I published an article in The Suburban Times titled Westside Story – MyLakewood311. I shared what I thought was a prime and timely example of how MyLakewood311 can work.
Westside Story – 911 Online Reporting
I have good news for most citizens of Pierce County. My report today reinforces one of my favorite old biblical concepts, “Ask & ye shall receive”. (Author’s note: Of course, I realize all biblical concepts are old.)