Years ago, my older brother and I were having a conversation about some friends we used to know. Friends that, in high school, were so important and we thought we’d never lose touch with, now we wouldn’t recognize them if they were standing right in front of us. It’s strange how time can erode a... Continue Reading →

  When I first started working with the Probation Department, I was lucky enough to be assigned to the best partner for me.  Big John, also known as The Green Mile, due to his resemblance to the giant man in the movie by the same name.  The similarities were not only physical, but also their... Continue Reading →

One summer while working with probation in Southern California, I was assigned to work exclusively with our US Marshalls task force officer, Brad.  He was a mountain of a man; 6’8’ and pushing 400 pounds.  As big as he was, he was just as clever and light spirited.  Always with a good dad joke and... Continue Reading →