The Learning Channel show "American Chopper" has slowly made a couple of loud-mouthed grease monkeys into a couple of rich, loud-mouthed grease monkeys. Cool bikes and a lot of family drama make this show entertaining. I enjoy their designs, but also as a counselor, the dynamics of a strained relationship…

The story of when you first fell in love is probably a beautiful one that you could tell really well. You know where you were, what you were doing, and probably even what you were wearing; at least what he or she was wearing. It was a powerful moment. I…

The Sudekum Planetarium inside the Adventure Science Museum is not just for education any more. Running now through September 4, 2010 the planetarium is offering a series of laser light shows sure to entertain the whole family. With music offerings from Michael Jackson, various techno artists, U2, Pink Floyd, and…

The Tennessee Department of Commerce and Insurance has received a $241,000 grant to fund a smoke alarm installation program, fire alarm training for staff and one-and-two family dwelling code training. The Fire Prevention and Safety Grants (FP&S), administered by the Department of Homeland Security, awarded the grant. The department received…

The other day Malita and I bought a new piece of exercise equipment. UPS brought it, and I was ready to put it together, so out of the box it came gracefully scratching our laminate floor. Here comes the rage, but I kept my temper in check, not that it…