According to the United Nations between two and three billion people on our planet are suffering from water shortages. Most of us in America take for granted having clean water available. People in … more

What happened to Halloween? The last day in October at one time gave us a fun way to usher in the holiday season. As a child, wearing a costume to go trick or treating meant finding clothes and items … more

One of the first things I do in the morning is prepare my morning elixir. The dictionary defines an elixir as a magical or medicinal solution. There is nothing medicinal in my morning indulgence but … more

In 1989 Cher had a huge hit called “If I Could Turn Back Time.” It was about a lost love, but for me the title would always churn the neurons in my brain and lead me to think of Daylight … more

Serendipity is not only the name of a movie that features me in the opening scene. It also describes the unexpected and fortunate times that I have met sports superstars. In a previous column, I … more

A few columns ago I wrote about being present at Yankee Stadium the day Derek Jeter got his 3000th hit. That historic blast was a moment in time that I will never forget.   My paper ticket … more

As baseball enters its postseason, both New York teams suffered through a forgettable year. Luckily, I have some fond baseball memories to get me through the winter. Here is one that almost did not … more

If you are of a certain age, the title of this column brings back memories of the first time you used a computer to access the internet. “You Got Mail” was the phrase you heard when your … more

“Come gather ’round people wherever you roam and admit that the waters around you have grown.” Those opening lyrics of Bob Dylan’s “The Times They Are … more

The title of this column has nothing to do with “Ya Gotta Believe.” That was a catchphrase used by New York Mets pitcher, Tug McGraw in 1973 to rally the fans to support the team. In some … more