Don Kowalewski
Writer. Ad Sales and Marketing. Social Media Content Creator. Aeropress Coffee. Makes the best salsa in the world.
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Father’s Day, “I Love Don Week” and my Birthday Wish-Lists
The author is entering the “Buy Don Stuff” season, where they share a curated list of desired items on their website, primarily around Father’s Day, their birthday, and Christmas. They emphasize that they only request gifts during this period, making it clear they are not greedy. Recent additions to their list include a slant board, specific clothing brands, and a focus on natural fibers. They encourage others to check back regularly as preferences evolve, highlighting the importance of knowing what one wants in life.
New Trimmer, who ‘dis?
How was I supposed to concentrate at work, on a Friday, a day known to be notoriously hard to stay focused, when I know there’s a brand new trimmer and leaf blower at home just waiting to be opened and used? Excitement. Adventure. Pride… Continue Reading “New Trimmer, who ‘dis?”
Lawn Mowing Bliss = A Honda Harmony Lawn Mower
I’m guessing I’m not the only guy whose feelings are hurt by this Progressive “Becoming Your Parents” commercial. Mostly, those are funny … but when Dr. Rick said, “lawn care is not a hobby.” I was a little offended. I got my best stationary… Continue Reading “Lawn Mowing Bliss = A Honda Harmony Lawn Mower”
The Top-10 Songs of All (My) Time, #2: “Time After Time” by Cyndi Lauper
I’m sappy. I can’t help it. Not all the time, but when I feel like being sappy and when I want the world to be more kind and beautiful, I can lay it on thick and Cyndi Lauper’s “Time After Time” is my #2… Continue Reading “The Top-10 Songs of All (My) Time, #2: “Time After Time” by Cyndi Lauper”
The 2025 Kowalewski Christmas Card Letter
2025 marks the 6th annual Kowalewski Christmas Card Letter. I’ve now written five of them, and Ada wrote one (last year’s). I think I finally found my “audience” for these letters. My Mom. Why do I need an “audience” you ask? Because, if a letter-writer… Continue Reading “The 2025 Kowalewski Christmas Card Letter”
My 2025 Christmas Wish-List
Click here for my full Stuff I Want List but read below for the latest additions. For those new to my website and Blog, I have an ongoing wish-list for Father’s Day, my birthday, and Christmas. It’s not for me so much as it… Continue Reading “My 2025 Christmas Wish-List”
Friday of Firsts: Breathing, Amazon Music, and My Feet
Breathe by James Nestor: I can’t help it. I like self-help, how-to, and life-hacking books. But this one …whoa! I heard James Nestor on a Podcast talking about the science of breathing and breathing properly and so I picked up Breathe this week and… Continue Reading “Friday of Firsts: Breathing, Amazon Music, and My Feet”
Friday of Firsts: Sleep Mask, New Jeans, and Ice Spheres
Ya know how lots of Bloggers and Podcasters main-it-in on Fridays or put out a newsletter on Fridays with all their “best of” stuff from the week? I’m gonna do that. You’re reading the first installment of “Friday Firsts” where I’ll quickly give some… Continue Reading “Friday of Firsts: Sleep Mask, New Jeans, and Ice Spheres”
Dad Fuel: 1-Month Review
It’s been a month since I started Dad Fuel, and I’m a full-on fanboy and I’m drinking the Kool-Aid …errr, the Dad Fuel. Wow. Dad Fuel has changed my life. After 30-days of using Dad Fuel as my breakfast, I can say that without… Continue Reading “Dad Fuel: 1-Month Review”
Dad Fuel – Week 1 Analysis
I know full well this might be a placebo effect, but Dad Fuel for breakfast feels life-changing. Trust me. I get it. If I lived in a small town in Iowa in the early 1950s and a true, actual snake oil salesman came to… Continue Reading “Dad Fuel – Week 1 Analysis”
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