Tag Archives: memories

Remembering the Challenger Tragedy

Posted on January 28, 2020 by vanbraman

The Challenger Shuttle tragedy happened 34 years ago today. At the time I was in college in Irving, Texas. I can vividly remember going down to the student commons between class and seeing everyone gathered around the TV screen watching … Continue reading →

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Not a Christmas Carol?

Posted on December 26, 2019 by vanbraman

Many of you may remember singing the carol Good King Wenceslas when you were in school along with other carols. But, is Good King Wenceslas a Christmas carol?Good King Wenceslas was written in 1853 by John Mason Neal who was … Continue reading →

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