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Diamonds Are Forever
As a teenager, I played for the Rangers, a scrappy Little League baseball team in my hometown. My heart was set on third base—the hot corner—but being a lefty made it a tough fit. Left-handed players at third are rare,… Continue reading
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Powering Generations
Ah, yes, the classics. “Wash your hands!” “Clean up your room!” “Eat with your mouth closed!” Every adult has surely heard these commands so many times they’ve practically become a part of our DNA. It was like having a personal… Continue reading
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It’s a Blog Thing
One year ago today, I published my second article on Keystone Wayfarer, telling the story of the Fralinger Mansion—a stunning, privately owned home just a short drive from mine in Schwenksville. Built by saltwater taffy magnate Joseph Fralinger as a… Continue reading
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Always And Forever
History is often shaped by the accomplishments of prominent men, whose legacies have been immortalized in the names of towns, streets, and corporations. Take, for instance, Schwenksville, my adopted hometown. The town was named after George, an early pioneer who… Continue reading
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Snow Daze
A quick glance at my lifetime calendar confirms that I was ten years, four months, and four days old on Sunday, February 5, 1978. The Dallas Cowboys were still celebrating their recent 27-10 victory over the Denver Broncos in Super… Continue reading
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