Pumpkin Spice Tour 2023!

August is coming to end, and September will be here soon. That means three things. Cooler weather is on the way, the NFL kicks off its regular season, and Pumpkin Spice season goes into full swing. My favorite season kicked off Aug. 16 when Dunkin’ starting selling their pumpkin flavored drinks and pastries. Starbucks followedContinue reading “Pumpkin Spice Tour 2023!”

Nightturn Appreciation Luau!

Thursday night at Giant Eagle, our store leader put together an appreciation dinner, thanking those of us who work hard overnight to keep the store stocked. She put together a great spread which consisted of: pulled pork, mango chicken, beef and cheese skewers (sticking out of a pineapple) as well as a tray of cheeseContinue reading “Nightturn Appreciation Luau!”

20 Years Later: My First Semester of College

My journey to higher education began during my senior year of high school. I was looking at colleges that I was interested in attending. I considered my options, which included Robert Morris, Point Park College, and Westmoreland County Community College. Two things to consider when I was applying were finances as well as SAT scores.Continue reading “20 Years Later: My First Semester of College”

James the Food Slayer: EDO Hibachi part II

Last night, Mr. Clougherty and I did our monthly dinner series. This time it was off to EDO Hibachi Steak House and Bar. For me, this was my second time there. For him, his first time. How was dinner at EDO Hibachi Steak House and Bar? I was impressed with how well the chef preparedContinue reading “James the Food Slayer: EDO Hibachi part II”

20 Years Later: My First Semester at Slippery Rock University

August 22 marked 20 years since I arrived on campus at Slippery Rock. I remember the morning very well. It was late summer, overcast, and humid. We had already seen the campus a few times to go to orientation, schedule my classes, and to take a look at the place. This was officially the dayContinue reading “20 Years Later: My First Semester at Slippery Rock University”

Downtown Greensburg Potpourri Blog

I’m calling this blog what it is, and that would be a potpourri blog. It will have a little bit of everything from the last few days (today included). Tuesday night, I took advantage of some free time between work and dinner. We eat early (usually around 4pm) when Annabelle has karate so that meansContinue reading “Downtown Greensburg Potpourri Blog”

25 Years Later: Back to School Shopping!

Come with me today as I reminisce on days gone by when it was time for back to school shopping. Later I’ll talk about my upcoming FALL HAUL and I’ll wrap up the blog by looking ahead to Back to School shout outs. Maybe I won’t look ahead and enjoy what’s left of Summer 2023.Continue reading “25 Years Later: Back to School Shopping!”