The Braley Blog
“Pete’s Daily Connection”
-
Feeling Down? There Is Something You Can Do About It
The holidays: A joyous time for many but a difficult time for some. Are you feeling down? There is something you can do. This came to mind this week when I was having a difficult day. Yes, your little ray of sunshine was not having a “Sunshine Day!” First, I let somebody get under my…
-
Carson Takes Over “Raising Grampy”
Hello peoples! My name is Carson and I’m taking over “Raising Grampy.” I guess I should tell you a little about me. I don’t have a lot to tell because I haven’t been here too long. I’m only 4 months old. I live in a town called Acushnet. I think that’s a funny name. Sounds…
-
One Thing They Don’t Warn You About….
Sometimes I can’t believe that it’s been almost ten years since I suffered an ischemic stroke. In some ways I am still rehabbing and recovering. I guess it never ends. It’s definitely been a journey. Not one that I ever planned on. It did give me the chance to meet a few amazing people through…
-
”Raising Grampy” Gets A New Author
“Raising Grampy” is a look at the world through the eyes of Pete’s grandson, Liam. Liam lives in Corpus Christi, TX. Hi everyone! It’s me, Liam, and today I made a decision. I have decided not to eat all of my Halloween candy in one sitting! I remember how Grampy used to steal all my…
-
I Fell In My Kitchen This Week: Learned Some Lessons.
Yes I fell in my kitchen last Saturday and learned a few lessons. First, don’t fall in the kitchen. Or anywhere else. My wife, yes the Paramedic, says she responds to more falls than any other injury. Last Saturday I was making Chicken Cordon Bleu.You know, where you put a slice of ham and some…
-
What Kind Of Example Are We Setting?
I read a quote from Paulo Coelho this week. Coelho is a Brazilian author and novelist. His works include “The Alchemist,” a spiritual novel that has become a bestseller. The quote? “The world is changed by your example, not your opinion.” That made me stop and think. (I seem to be doing that more as…
-
Road Trip With My Boys
Last week I took a road trip with my boys. We went to Miami to see the Patriots play the Dolphins. When we first thought of this trip, back when the NFL announced the 2025 schedule, I was skeptical about spending the money. That’s when my wife, Priscilla, said, “It’s always been on your bucket…
-
”To Have To Hold From This Day Forward”
My wife and I celebrated our 44th wedding anniversary on Friday. We actually celebrated it Monday and Tuesday with an overnight trip to New Hampshire. As usual, life was going to be too busy on our actual anniversary: my wife had to work a 24-hour shift on the ambulance and I was broadcasting a high…
-
There’s A Controversy In My House
We have an on-going controversy in my family. No, it’s not because I’m a Miami Dolphins fan living with a family of Patriots fans. It’s always been that way. Back when the Patriots were really good, the Dynasty years, the kids were very nice as the mediocre Dolphins ended the season. For many years I…
-
I’m Not Okay — But It’s All Gonna Be Alright
I listen to music a lot. I love music. All genres. And what amazes me is how, sometimes, you hear a song over and over and then one day you REALLY listen to the words. I had one of those days recently. Now I realize that not all of my friends are country music fans.…