I had a great time having lunch today with fellow psychologists from the NC Psychology Association. We serve on a committee together and generally only see each other virtually. We discussed committee business, but had a nice time together as well.
Jerry Spriggs’ Army Photo, February 1966 Introduction My dad, Jerry Spriggs, is an Army veteran and was deployed to Vietnam in 1967-68. While growing up, I noticed my dad's patriotism and pride in his military service, but he was reluctant to discuss his experiences in Vietnam. Like many combat veterans, my dad rarely spoke about…
I’m grateful for a good year. I had a number of health challenges in 2021 and 2022 and have been healthier this year. It has been an especially fulfilling week as I was able to spend time with family. I was sorry to see Emily and Marshall drive back to New York. I am glad…
Our goats Bailey (black and white, female) and Buddy (male) enjoying the sunshine this fine Sunday.
I traveled to Michigan to attend Paul Royce Pence’s funeral on 9/19/2024. My mom and dad made the trip together. It was a sad occasion, but we were grateful to spend some time with family. Paul was my last living uncle. It has been sad to say goodbye to all of them. Growing up, Paul…
We celebrated Julie’s 60th birthday yesterday. She had a busy workday delivering the mail and didn’t come home until about 6pm. We enjoyed a good meal and some birthday treats and Julie opened her presents. She will have Thanksgiving Day off, so will have more time to celebrate her birthday later this week.
I began using social media in 2008. I found reconnecting with people I hadn’t spoken with in many years, being able to share video and pictures with family, and being able to meet new friends compelling. After slightly more than 10 years, I realized that social media (at least in its current form), was not…
