The Writing of Joe Broadmeadow

Dear American Airlines, I tried to give you money yesterday but you refused to accept it. I wanted to upgrade my daughter and son-in-law’s flight home from their honeymoon to business class. Yet, no matter how I tried, you wouldn’t…

I had the opportunity to walk through the old Rocky Point Amusement Park grounds the other day. The last time I walked this area I was likely 9 or 10 years old. The nostalgia for the lost rides, shore dinner…

Nothing quite prepares you for your daughter’s marriage. No matter her age, how long she’s been together with her boyfriend/ soon-to-be husband, no matter how much you try to convince yourself you’re ready. You aren’t. The first time you see…

I will be away from writing for a few days. Off to celebrate my daughter’s wedding. A little girl grown all too soon. Such is the speed at which life flies by. A moment ago she was a tiny human being…

As a writer, I often cannot control the voices in my head. They run Helter-Skelter from one thought to another. When one strives to write, you often find yourself more a spectator or passenger. Rare to have any control at…

Whenever I buy something new, I am always amused by the instructions or warnings. In particular, the universal stick figure illustrations that attempt to transcend language differences. My personal favorite is the warnings on the desiccant pack included with most…

Any quick glance at social media over the past few days revealed (pun intended) today is Go Topless Day. There is even a website, gotopless.org. Clearly, the sight of bare breasts and exposed nipples is cause for alarm in this…

The secret of life is enjoying the passage of time…                                                                                   James Taylor In a few short weeks, I will bear a new title. Father of the bride. Just the thought of it can bring both tears to my eyes…

First, it was Johnny can’t spell. Then Johnny can’t read. Now, Johnny can’t count. Why has education in America failed? Recently, we stopped at one of those local farm stands to pick up some fresh vegetables. We’ve been going to…

Headline Milwaukee, Police shoot and kill a 23-year old man who was ARMED with a stolen handgun. The man pointed the gun at the police officer, refused to drop the weapon, and was shot and killed. Protests break out. Police…