Monthly Archives: August 2016

My first trip to Ireland

Posted on August 27, 2016 by tgilson

    I had never thought to focus on going to Ireland. As far as I know, I am one of the few Americans of my generation that hasn’t been told they have Irish blood. Scottish, French, English, German and … Continue reading →

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On the road at Philly airport

Posted on August 21, 2016 by tgilson

If you have time to kill at Philly’s airport, go to Terminal B and eat at Cibo Bistro. Great food and bartenders to ready me for a trip to Ireland! 

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Stay cool

Posted on August 13, 2016 by tgilson

Well, the heat index is supposed to be 115 degrees in D.C. today. I’ll see you next week when I’m not melting. Stay cool out there. 

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Trump and the military

Posted on August 5, 2016 by tgilson

In my home, I see the mementos of two parents who were in the Marine Corps. My father is now buried at Arlington and my mother is living in an assisted living facility. Neither of them ever voted for a … Continue reading →

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