LifeThe Homebuying Process: First Homebuying StepsPatrickDebtLifeMoneyThe Homebuying ProcessNo two sources necessarily agree on the first homebuying steps you should take. Here's what I did and why it may not work for you.
LifeRecord-Breaking Subtropical Storm Theta Spins in AtlanticPatrickHurricanesLifeWeatherThe Atlantic Hurricane Season officially ends on Nov. 30. But it's now slowing down: Subtropical Storm Theta formed Monday night.
GrammarFacade or Façade? What’s Up With That Funny C?PatrickGrammarLanguageYou probably know what a facade actually is. But you'll sometimes see it written as façade. Here's why there's that funny looking C.
BloggingTime for Another Publishing Schedule Change at Patrick’s Place!PatrickBloggingAre you thinking about changing your blog's publishing schedule? If you do, I think it's important to let readers know about the change.
TV & ShowbizRemembering ‘Jeopardy’ Host Alex Trebek: 1940-2020PatrickCelebritiesGame ShowsObitTV'Jeopardy' host Alex Trebek died early Sunday morning after a public battle with Stage 4 pancreatic cancer, show executives confirmed.
LifeBe Patient: The Theme of 2020PatrickCOVID-19LifePoliticsSocial MediaI don't know about you, but I'm getting sick and tired of hearing people say, 'Be patient.' But maybe it's what we need to hear in 2020.
LifeThe Homebuying Process: Packing Advice for HoardersPatrickLifeThe Homebuying ProcessAre you're the hoarder type? If so and you're considering buying a home, I want to give you a little packing advice: Don't wait!
LifeWho’s the Election Winner? Keep Waiting, Folks.PatrickLifePoliticsIf you hoped against hope that we'd know the election winner in the presidential race by Wednesday morning, you're disappointed.
GrammarElectorial College or Electoral College? One Casts the Big Votes!PatrickGrammarPoliticsIn honor of Election Day, l'm presenting a quick review about the entity that will actually decide who's in the White House through 2025.
Tech & The WebIt’s OK to Control Your Conversation on Your Social MediaPatrickFacebookJournalismSocial MediaThe WebWhen you post something controversial on social media, those who disagree will sometimes try to control your conversation.
FaithN.C. Officials Step in After COVID-19 Church OutbreakPatrickChurchCOVID-19North Carolina officials ordered a shutdown after a COVID-19 church outbreak blamed for three deaths and more than 100 infections.
LifeThe Homebuying Process: Hurry Up and Wait!PatrickHomebuyingLifeMoneyThe Homebuying ProcessOne good thing that happened for me in 2020 is that I completed the homebuying process. And I learned a lot that I didn't expect to learn.
LifeWhat If A Greek Hurricane Name Needs to Be Retired? It’s Complicated.PatrickHurricanesLifeWeatherThe 2020 Atlantic hurricane season is only the second in which we've had to use a Greek hurricane name. But what if one must be retired?
GrammarNo, Irregardless Still Isn’t a Valid WordPatrickGrammarI stumbled across an article about actress Jamie Lee Curtis and the word 'irregardless' that prompted terror in grammar enthusiasts.