by design | Jun 12, 2017 | Columnist, Ferguson
By Dr. Jim Ferguson As I pen this essay Becky and I are homeless. Actually, we’re “tweeners,” between our former home (Big House, which my daughter and her family now occupy) and our New House, which is not quite ready. It’s worked out OK because we’ve been with my...
by design | Jun 5, 2017 | Columnist, Ferguson
By Dr. Jim Ferguson Often, the hardest part of writing is getting started. Sometimes I think I’ve said enough in this column after a half million words. This is especially true as another editorial deadline approaches. And then I get a phone call of praise or a fellow...
by design | May 30, 2017 | Columnist, Ferguson
By Dr. Jim Ferguson You may not be aware of it, but Knoxville is in possession of a jewel. No, I’m not referring to the Knoxville Zoo or the University of Tennessee, both great aspects of our community. I’m referring to the Knoxville Symphony Orchestra. Recently, my...
by design | May 22, 2017 | Columnist, Ferguson
By Dr. Jim Ferguson I have mentioned in previous essays that my wife, Becky, and I are in the midst of downsizing. When we first built our home thirty-seven years ago I swore I would never do it again. I have always said they would have to take me straight from my...
by design | May 15, 2017 | Columnist, Ferguson
By Dr. Jim Ferguson “I’m listening” was Frasier Crane’s shtick on his comedy sitcom. I’ve just about quit listening. Not to my wife, which might be dangerous, but to what is advertized as the news. I was once more naive, and believed that events were reported...
by design | May 8, 2017 | Columnist, Ferguson
By Dr. Jim Ferguson I’ve often wondered why sharing a good book or movie with someone gives me such joy. Tastes are as varied as humanity, but common visions exist and are apparently sought. My wife, Becky, enjoys murder mysteries, especially if there is political...
