“It” is that provision in the First Amendment that insures “the right of the people peaceably to assemble.”  The First Amendment doesn’t limit the number of people who wish to assemble, their purpose for assembli... read more

 [photo by Tiger Lee; used with permission]

Real pirates are bad guys.  We all know that, right?  So why are we so fascinated with pirates in popular culture?  Modern Hollywood pirates are swashbuckling rogues... (What do... read more

[photo: a dock fender does double-duty as an accessory for core-strengthening exercises.  Other parts of this workout use the mast and winches for arm muscles, and include balance exercises made more challenging by the b... read more

 [photo: starfish instead of snowflakes complement this garland seen on one of our daily walks around downtown St Augustine]

I can’t help it – plastic icicles hanging from palm trees just don’t get me into the holiday ... read more

Every community has their holiday traditions, and the boat community is no exception.  At our marina in Annapolis, the boaters get together every year for a holiday party.  “White Elephant” gifts with a nautical theme are exc... read more