Gunfighting Blues

Gunfighting? A much younger me once asked my father if he ever drew his weapon and fired in the course of duty; had he ever participated in an actual gunfight? Was it like those we watched on the television or at the movies — Dirty Harry, etc.? His answer was usually stoic, reverent, and largely…… Continue reading Gunfighting Blues

Hypoglycemia: Not Quite a Candy Commercial

We’ll get to the effects of hypoglycemia in a moment. Before anyone mentions it, YES, I skipped a week. The explanation is that Prof. Taylor’s column for May 24, 1988 is a Memorial Day piece, and felt out of place given the timing. It has been pushed back to coincide with this year’s Memorial Day.…… Continue reading Hypoglycemia: Not Quite a Candy Commercial

Jackass!

Jackass, sure ‘nuf. A little levity is a good thing in times like these. One thing, though … If you were truly paying attention, yes, Prof. Alex Taylor does this quite often. Storyteller’s McGuffin? Originally published May 17, 1988 in the Gainesville Times.