When Lightning Strikes – Part II

When Lightning Strikes – Part II

A story of Paul Bossford – Part II “I got mad. I’m bipolar, I lost control… My wife at the time thought we were supposed to be perfect. Smile every day.  I lost my wife… I still love her. And I love her parents. I love her sister – they were great people. So, I...
When Lightning Strikes – Part I

When Lightning Strikes – Part I

A story of Paul Bossford “Whoever said lightning never strikes the same spot twice – that’s a lie.” February 2021, I was assaulted at work. The guy beat the hell out of me. I haven’t been able to work, I got neuropathy in both feet. It’s going up my shins – I...
Remembering Nancy Pitts

Remembering Nancy Pitts

Photo: Dennis Yusko, Times Union I wrote the following story in December of 2012, when I worked at Franklin Community Center. I was so moved by my interaction with Nancy and her story, that I wrote down the words from my heart to properly reflect upon it. Nothing...
Gary’s Story

Gary’s Story

54-year-old Gary is a talented chef, father of 8, and devoted son. When you meet Gary, his smile lights up the room. He’s humble, kind, and funny. Gary earned an associate’s degree in accounting, but fell in love with the restaurant industry, where he’s spent...