Category Archives: Friends

Farewell to Bob and Frank

Posted on September 11, 2013 by Thestrugglershandbook

Consider this post a brief biography of two men, whose names were Bob and Frank. I knew them both, though they didn’t know each other; sadly, they both died this past month, only three days apart.  They were unremarkable, unexceptional … Continue reading →

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Anterior Cruciate Ligaments: Who Knees ‘Em? – Part I

Posted on October 26, 2012 by Thestrugglershandbook

The thick, low clouds provided a contrasting backdrop to the football spinning end over end     as it fell toward my waiting arms. Once I caught it, I scanned the field and the approaching onslaught of opposing players. I … Continue reading →

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A Fine Bonny Lad

Posted on August 23, 2012 by Thestrugglershandbook

Some people have asked me to show a picture of my dog, Angus, who died a few days ago. (See Angus Post). My wife found an old photo, which she had put on a disc for me. He was the finest dog … Continue reading →

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Angus

Posted on August 1, 2012 by Thestrugglershandbook

The first time I met Angus I liked him instantly. We quickly became fast friends; he was a good time guy, funny, always entertaining, affable and up for anything. I had, to this point in my life, never met anyone … Continue reading →

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