Tag: family

The Dawn of Don and Dad Fuel

Today was my first day of Dad Fuel. A couple months ago I read something or listened to a Podcast (go ahead, my whole family laughs at me, too) and it said, “the best way to take ‘greens’ type drinks is first thing in… Continue Reading “The Dawn of Don and Dad Fuel”

Mary Lou and the Cabbage Patch Kids

I’m writing this Blog entry on what would’ve been my Mom’s 79th birthday. Happy heavenly birthday, Mom. My siblings and I are “80s Kids”. Born in the ’70s and grew-up in the ’80s. Star Wars. GI Joe. MTV. After school specials. The Cosby Show.… Continue Reading “Mary Lou and the Cabbage Patch Kids”

The 2024 Christmas Card Letter

I love getting Christmas cards. I appreciate the generic. It’s nice to know someone thinks enough of me to address an envelope and write a little something, even if just “Miss you” or “Let’s get together in the new year.” I really like cards… Continue Reading “The 2024 Christmas Card Letter”

How Did This (Ad) Get Made?

I work in advertising and enjoy the process of writing, creating, and producing ads. Mine are primarily audio, but I’ve been part of creating, shooting, or watching video ads get made. So I wonder …how did this ad get made?  Seems charming enough. A young… Continue Reading “How Did This (Ad) Get Made?”

Things I Did: Vacation Videos as DVD (Home Movie Tips)

In the brief history of Kaleidoscopic Raygun, I’ve dedicated the majority of entries to discussing coffee and shooting home movies. I know how to make a great cup of coffee. Conversely, I am less than pleased at my ability to make good home movies.… Continue Reading “Things I Did: Vacation Videos as DVD (Home Movie Tips)”