If Papa can figure out how to operate the mechanics of this blog; today is the day. I’ve gathered old e-mails and posts but do not know if they are active or inactive at this point. Work in progress. I will really put my index finger to use today and repeatedly hit the launch button.
Today is a memorable day. It is the birthdate of Papa’s dad. Missed as always. A good day to start.
Today is also a sad day in my memory. I was in college when our US President, John F. Kennedy was murdered in Dallas Texas. (1963) I was a young fan to be sure. I remember the Wisconsin primary of 1960; the debate and the election. When that awful Friday arrived all humor died that day. Chums at school never ceased joking and kidding. We were seldom serious or so it seemed. When Mike came downstairs at our fraternity house and said the radio reported the President was shot the look on his face instantly stabbed at my heart.
I remember wandering towards Bascom Hill around 1 P/.M. and it was as if every building along the way opened its doors to allow grief stricken kids an escape. Tears flowed freely. There was no place to go. Classes were cancelled. Hours later I took a Badger Bus home. I believe the Badger/Minny game was not played the next day. The Packers however, did play. The 49ers were in town. First, we actually witnessed Lee Harvey Oswald shot. Live TV. A horrible week. I’ve often wondered whether the 60’s would have gone so far afield if JFK had lived.
So, finger willing I will use today to start my blog that I hope is positive.
Launch successful. Not sure mish-mash might be a better category. I will note the 22nd as memorable.