Life As We Know It with Tom Walton

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Life As We Know It with Tom Walton episodes

October 05 My Happiest Decade
High school and college graduations, a marriage, and a childbirth helped define my happiest decade.
4 min
September 28 Two Universities, Better Apart
Some people wonder if Bowling Green State University and the University of Toledo should merge. Let's hope it doesn't come to that.
4 min
September 21 A Lifetime Supply?
When you're already old, is winning a lifetime supply of something still meaningful?
4 min
September 14 My Family Tree
Researching your own family tree can be fascinating and frustrating.
4 min
September 07 Popular Names for Girls
Half a century ago Jennifer and Lisa were the most popular names given to newborn girls. Today they barely make the list.
4 min
August 31 Rubber Ducks Ruffle Feathers
You won't believe what has the cruise industry all upset. It's a little rubber duck.
4 min
August 24 Misplaced Modifiers
The English language is anything but boring, especially when used incorrectly.
4 min
August 17 Rock Anthems
The death of singer Freddie "Boom Boom" Cannon brings to mind the rock anthems of my youth.
4 min
August 10 Unspoken Code of Conduct
There seems to be an unspoken code of conduct for people waiting quietly to see the doctor.
4 min
August 03 Four Seasons
One thing you can say about our four seasons. There are no two alike.
4 min

About Life As We Know It with Tom Walton

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A weekly series of four-minute essays from commentator Tom Walton, retired editor and vice president of the "Toledo Blade." Covering an array of topics, from the intricacies of the English language to…

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