Tag Archives: college

The Great Blizzard of 1978

Posted on January 26, 2018 by pegoleg

Forty years ago today, I thought the end was near. I found myself confronted by a pack of snarling, howling, wild animals; a metal mesh gate the only thing separating me from certain disembowelment. I had armed myself, but doubted … Continue reading →

Posted in General Ramblings | Tagged Blizzard of 1978, cafeteria, college, humor, life, Lord Of The Flies, musings | 49 Comments

Orange and Blue: Game Day

Posted on September 7, 2011 by pegoleg

We saw the first one after we got on the highway, when still 2 hours away. The car passed us going 70. Their blue flag flapped crisply behind them. It was a little sun faded, the orange letter “I” not as … Continue reading →

Posted in General Ramblings | Tagged college, football, game day, humor, Illini, life, musings, postaweek2011, University of Illinois | 20 Comments

When Johnny Comes Marching Home Again…Hurrah?

Posted on August 15, 2011 by pegoleg

When your kids go away to college, they enter the Grownup Twilight Zone. They enjoy most of the privileges of adulthood, with few of the responsibilities. (One doesn’t count the minimal coursework required to keep one’s academic head above water.) … Continue reading →