A Saint For The Homeless, My Family & Our Music
December 2, 2022
My family’s new, musical fundraising effort to support the homeless in our city. … More A Saint For The Homeless, My Family & Our Music
Author: Todd Fulginiti
Old Man Rant Episode #12: Public Behavior
November 28, 2022
Well America, I hate to be the bearer of bad news, but either our parents did a shitty job of raising us, or we forgot the lessons they taught. So please note the following public behavior fouls, and make our parents proud by not committing them ever again. … More Old Man Rant Episode #12: Public Behavior
The Man At The Fountain Part 2-What About Drugs?
November 18, 2022
Last week I shared my recent encounter with a homeless man, in which I gave him money. In the discussion that followed via the comment section and in actual conversations I had with friends, the subject of drugs came up several times. It usually went something like this: … More The Man At The Fountain Part 2-What About Drugs?
The Man At The Fountain: Homelessness
November 11, 2022
Reflecting on my encounters with the homeless. … More The Man At The Fountain: Homelessness
Marry Me? No? How About Now?
November 4, 2022
I threw the note inside the front door, closed it behind me and headed to the car. I really want to tell them in person but their facial expressions would’ve given away the secret without a word. I was going to ask their granddaughter to marry me that day, once we got to the beach. … More Marry Me? No? How About Now?
I Killed A Fox
October 28, 2022
Almost three years later and I still hate admitting it. Here is my story and my effort to be better. … More I Killed A Fox
Halloween Hall O’ Fame
October 21, 2022
Halloween is an under-rated holiday but it shouldn’t be. These are a few of my favorite Halloween things. … More Halloween Hall O’ Fame
There Is Try: Why Yoda Was Wrong
October 14, 2022
Yoda famously said to Luke Skywalker, “Do or do not, there is no try.” And even though I understand what the great Jedi master is talking about, I’m going to risk the wrath of the force by disagreeing with him. After all he’s just a little green puppet in an old movie. There is “try”. Or at least there should be. … More There Is Try: Why Yoda Was Wrong
Optimistic Pessimism: A Glass Half Full Of Negativity
October 7, 2022
Being a pessimist is more complicated and more positive than it sounds. Take me, for example… … More Optimistic Pessimism: A Glass Half Full Of Negativity
Old Man Rant Episode #9: Words, Words Words!
September 30, 2022
A verbal tantrum on our irritating misuse of words. … More Old Man Rant Episode #9: Words, Words Words!
Lyfting Spirits: Humanity At It’s Best In New Orleans
September 23, 2022
A Lyft driver’s kindness saves the day in New Orleans and gives us a model for our own behavior. … More Lyfting Spirits: Humanity At It’s Best In New Orleans
Being Present: What’s Now
September 16, 2022
Slow down and look around. Notice and take stock. Clear your mind and let “what’s now” take over. … More Being Present: What’s Now
Quitting A Job Is Scary, Not Quitting May Be Worse
September 9, 2022
Quitting a job you hate can be scary but remaining unhappy is much worse and more scary. Here’s my experience of quitting. … More Quitting A Job Is Scary, Not Quitting May Be Worse
Death, Daughters & Kiddie Rides: A Lesson
September 2, 2022
When they were young, my kids really loved the kiddie rides at Funland in Rehoboth Beach DE. It’s extra special there because many of the rides have been maintained for several generations. As a kid, I rode and loved some of the same rides my daughters did. One of our favorites was one we called … More Death, Daughters & Kiddie Rides: A Lesson
Confidence: Mettle In Metal
August 26, 2022
Look at this guy! Standing there in a pond full of flowers with an old, student model trumpet in his hands; bell facing the busy road, leaning back, aiming the notes to the sky. That’s confidence! … More Confidence: Mettle In Metal
Helping Others: Can You Dish It Out But Not Take It?
August 19, 2022
In order for help to be given, help must be accepted. Are you open to both giving and receiving help? … More Helping Others: Can You Dish It Out But Not Take It?
Pina Coladas? Nah. Getting Caught In The Rain? Yes!
August 12, 2022
Why I recommend getting caught in the rain as a wellness practice. … More Pina Coladas? Nah. Getting Caught In The Rain? Yes!
Old Man Rant: Episode #1 of Many
August 5, 2022
The frustrations of life, spouted off for your amusement. … More Old Man Rant: Episode #1 of Many
Running: It’s Not About Actual Running
July 29, 2022
What learning how to run taught me about life. … More Running: It’s Not About Actual Running
Tornado Warning: How To Survive A Twister While Married
July 22, 2022
A tornado warning reveals that obvious things are not at all obvious to wives with different perspectives. … More Tornado Warning: How To Survive A Twister While Married