Tag Archives: family

A generation comes to a close…

Posted on March 8, 2022 by problogic

Today, the last living member of my parent’s generation passed away. Uncle Ralph was 97 years young and despite his age, died much too early. He was active and filled with vigor throughout his life, even until just a couple … Continue reading →

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Stitching together a “Quilt Barn Trail”

Posted on May 1, 2016 by problogic

On Michigan’s historic Old Mission Peninsula, the community has banded together to stitch a Quilt Barn Trail. One may ask, as I first did, what is a Quilt Barn Trail? Essentially, it is an effort to celebrate and recognize the … Continue reading →

Posted in adaptive reuse, agriculture, architecture, art, branding, civics, Communications, culture, economic development, economic gardening, entertainment, environment, family, fun, geography, historic preservation, history, land use, Maps, placemaking, planning, revitalization, signs, tourism, trails, Travel | Tagged Adams County, agriculture, architecture, art, community, countryside, culture, family, Farming, fun, historic preservation, history, Old Mission Peninsula, quilt barns, tourism, trails, travel | Leave a comment

Even paradise has cloudy days

Posted on December 17, 2015 by problogic

Over the past few months my praise and love for the Traverse City area has been expressed in many posts here on Panethos, on Facebook, or in conversations with family and friends. But even paradise on Earth can have cloudy … Continue reading →

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A powerful film – “Short Term 12”

Posted on January 17, 2015 by problogic

We watched Short Term 12 on Netflix last weekend and were impressed by this remarkable film. The movie is about a temporary treatment facility for troubled teens nicknamed “Short Term 12.” The film is raw, intense, funny, inspiring, heartbreaking, and … Continue reading →

Posted in art, civility, education, entertainment, family, film, health, Housing, humanity, inclusiveness, Love, movies, peace, theaters, video, Women | Tagged acting, art, drama, entertainment, family, film, health, IMDb, love, movies, Netflix, reviews, Short Term 12, teens | Leave a comment

Forging one’s legacy in “Nebraska”

Posted on December 29, 2014 by problogic

Sometimes a movie will tickle your funny bone. Other times it will open your eyes or scare the bejeebers out of you. But, in the case of Nebraska, the Oscar nominated film from 2013, it will touch your heart and leave a … Continue reading →

Posted in art, Communications, family, film, geography, history, humanity, Love, movies, pictures, theaters, transportation, Travel, video | Tagged aging, Bruce Dern, cinema, family, film, history, legacies, love, movie reviews, movies, Nebraska, travel, Will Forte | Leave a comment

Sharing our Thanksgiving traditions

Posted on November 26, 2014 by problogic

I am really looking forward to Thanksgiving Day 2014 for several reasons. First and foremost, our families will be sharing and celebrating the holiday together for the first time. The second reason, which is also important, is we have invited … Continue reading →

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Don’t be a slave to greed and materialism

Posted on November 24, 2014 by problogic

This Thursday, November 27th, is Thanksgiving Day in the United States. Until recently, it was a lovely day for families and friends to gather, give thanks, watch parades and football, and share a hearty meal. Yes, some renegade retailers have … Continue reading →

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Saying goodbye to a beloved family pet

Posted on August 30, 2014 by problogic

“Puppy, puppy, puppy.” That’s the call we heard from the Jack Russell Terrier breeder in Belleville, Michigan as we were first introduced to her litter of puppies in the fall of 1996. In response to the call, out from the … Continue reading →

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Saying goodbye to a dear show

Posted on March 31, 2014 by problogic

Tonight, the final episode of How I Met Your Mother (HIMYM) will be broadcast on CBS. HIMYM is a wonderful series that explores the lives and loves of five close friends. It is centered around Ted Mosby and the tale … Continue reading →

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Passing of the family torch

Posted on February 11, 2014 by problogic

Today would have been my mother’s 88th birthday. She passed away last September after a long and difficult bout with Alzheimer’s. While I miss her, my father, and my stepfather very much, probably the hardest reality to contend with since her … Continue reading →

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