Posts Tagged ‘mark tullis’
Man cards and the demise of the male species
I had a good conversation recently with a gentleman I respect very much. We talked a good deal about how guys are, about friends and friendships, and about how men…
Read MoreWhat’d ya get? | Mark’s Remarks
Every year, when school starts back up, I like to eavesdrop on my students a little. I usually hear them talking about “what they got” for Christmas. There is some…
Read MoreThat was the year that was | Mark’s Remarks
When I look back at this year, I can honestly say it’s been one of the worst. I won’t begin to list all the reasons, but there are plenty. I’m…
Read MoreMismatched
My youngest daughter has always been her own person. She is still, after living almost a decade, able to be a free thinker and is true to her convictions. She…
Read MoreChristmas recommendations | Mark’s Remarks
Some of my earliest memories of Christmas involved being sprawled out in front of the television set, watching all the Christmas shows. Back then, the early-to-mid-1970s, I don’t think…
Read MoreFilling space | Mark’s Remarks
I read books that are designed for middle school students because I want to see what they are reading and what I can recommend. I’m currently reading a story…
Read MoreLetter to the Commander in Chief
Dear Mr. President: When you became a candidate in 2016, I rooted for you. I wasn’t pleased with your demeanor or with much of how you behaved, but I strongly…
Read MoreHope, attitudes and comfort food | Mark’s Remarks
I’ve been on a diet for about two months. I haven’t lost a bunch of weight, but I’ve changed my eating habits and my water intake. However, my plan was…
Read MoreListen, my children | Mark’s Remarks
When kids get into my class, I don’t allow them to raise their hands while I’m talking. When their hands go up, they stop listening, and I try to teach…
Read MoreSound of Metal | Movie Review
In many movies, inanimate objects, concepts or ideas, and even the weather or landscape can be an extremely important “member” of the cast. In Darius Marder’s Sound of Metal, sound itself…
Read MoreA firm handshake | Mark’s Remarks
I was asked by my daughter why people lie. It really surprised me that a 9-year-old would ask such a question. You may guess why she asked, considering the main…
Read MoreTime for change | Mark’s Remarks
As you read this, it is most likely the week or day when our country is on the edge of its seat. So many people so divided, all hoping for…
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