Jake’s Blog

GOTTA LAUGH?…… MAYBE!!!

October 1, 2026

I am generally pretty serious but at times I can be pretty goofy.  Some people even say that my sense of humor is a little warped.  I would like to share with you a couple of my warped stories. Mexican Restaurant Story: Recently I walked into my favorite Dallas Mexican food restaurant where I know […]


LOVE THE BACK ROADS

September 1, 2026

Ever since I got my driver’s license almost sixty years ago, I have loved to drive country back roads.  I also like to drive back roads in towns and cities!  I love driving back roads today as much or more than I ever have. I remember getting ready for solo back road adventures at age […]


YOU EXPLAIN IT

August 1, 2026

A couple of weeks ago I had one of those unscientific life experiences.  I have had more than I can recall but I thought this one was worth sharing.  I hope I am right.  Recently I was the sole usher at a Sunday evening worship service at my church.  I was not a happy camper.  […]


SCARY THOUGHTS

July 1, 2026

For months I have been thinking about what I should write for my July blog, knowing that we are celebrating our Country’s 250th anniversary. As I write this blog, I am sitting in Boston (attending an aviation telemetry symposia) overlooking the Boston Harbor, seeking guidance and inspiration for what I am about to share.  On […]


FOREVER A BUSBOY

June 1, 2026

About sixty years ago, I was a busboy (now called a busser) at an upscale restaurant in San Antonio called Anthony’s. This was my first exposure to “fine dining” and professional restaurant people.  I knew basic table manners but didn’t have a clue about the highest level of food service, luxury culinary artistry or creating […]