Pogue Man

Cleveland's reputation for prioritizing affordability over quality is well-known. On August 1, 2024, the city offered the Browns a $461 million financial package over 30 years to renovate the lakefront stadium, barely half of what the team requested. Billionaires Bill and Dee Haslam didn't accumulate wealth by being reckless; they understand value. Rather than blaming the rich for our problems, let's acknowledge their shrewdness. I've wasted money on unnecessary things, but the wealthy make informed decisions. Cleveland isn't losing the Browns; it's gaining a gem by letting them build a dome in Brookpark. As a lifelong Brookpark resident, I've noticed people's unawareness of our city's existence. Some Cuyahoga County residents don't even know Brookpark is part of the county! Cuyahoga County Executive Chris Ronayne's statement on August 12th, 2024, was misguided: "We believe...this dog doesn't hunt." This remark insulted Broo...

I'm struggling to revive my old blogging routine. In the past, I effortlessly published two or three posts daily. However, life had other plans. After my father's passing, I moved in with my mother to support her, which has been challenging. Her health issues weigh heavily on me. My main obstacle? Lack of personal alone time. I've realized that self-care is crucial. Being kind to others shouldn't come at the cost of burnout. When I stop functioning, I'm not helping anyone. I've made space for myself, even finding joy in 21 visits to Cedar Point this summer (one more trip planned before the season ends!). Improving my grammar and punctuation has been a hurdle. Thankfully, free tools like Meta on Messenger have been helpful. What I truly need is peace and quiet while writing – a luxury since my move. As I adjust my routine, retirement looms at the end of the year, promising more opportunities to rediscover my writing rhythm. To my loyal followers, hang in there...