Author Archives: johnselig

“The Ransom of Red Chief” – 53 Years Later

Posted on January 14, 2017 by johnselig

I was substitute teaching 7th grade Language Arts at a talented and gifted middle school here in Dallas that is one of my absolute favorite places to teach. While the kids were working on an assignment I was scanning through … Continue reading →

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Walking – My Magic Elixir

Posted on September 12, 2015 by johnselig

I hate to exercise. I have always hated to exercise. Having no hand-eye coordination, poor depth perception and being uncoordinated made my life in gym class a living hell. I was the last person chosen for any team. I hated … Continue reading →

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Happy 100th Birthday Kathy Ochiltree

Posted on April 19, 2015 by johnselig

Just a year ago February my mom’s closest friend, Kathy Ochiltree, passed away two months shy of her 99th birthday. It was a difficult loss for those of us who loved Kathy, for Kathy’s wisdom, non-judgmental character, caring nature and … Continue reading →

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The Eye Behind the Camera

Posted on April 12, 2015 by johnselig

  People who know me well will tell you that they rarely see me when I don’t have ready access to a camera be it my Nikon D90 DSLR or my iPhone 6 Plus. I have been an avid photographer … Continue reading →

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Lobbying The Texas State Legislature

Posted on March 17, 2015 by johnselig

Last Spring Rodolfo and I sold our condo in an expensive high-rise near downtown Dallas and opted to purchase a condo in garden apartment style community not far from our high-rise. As soon as we moved into our new place … Continue reading →

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Hope In The Lone Star State

Posted on March 4, 2015 by johnselig

  Thirty years ago this coming September I moved to Texas and with the exception of a fifteen-month stint in Scottsdale, Arizona I have lived here ever since. I’ve experienced many major life milestones while living in Dallas. My son … Continue reading →

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Televisions Invade Restaurants

Posted on February 19, 2015 by johnselig

  Having spent the majority of my career as a marketing professional in the restaurant industry I always notice emerging restaurant trends. I love really good food but as a marketer I am always concerned with customer service and what takes … Continue reading →

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The 30-Minute LGBT Activist

Posted on February 4, 2015 by johnselig

  LGBT folks often ask me what can they do to help in our battle for equal rights. Most people do not have a lot of time to spare. They want to help out but are intimidated in not knowing … Continue reading →

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Same-Sex Marriage Heads Back to The Supreme Court of The United States – Why This Case Is So Important to Us

Posted on January 20, 2015 by johnselig

I have eagerly greeted, albeit with nervous optimism, the exciting announcement on January 16th by the Supreme Court of The United States (SCOTUS) that they will hear another case concerning same-sex marriage during this year’s session. Just maybe, my marriage to … Continue reading →

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