David H. Leroy
In the southwest corner of our linoleum floored family room, rested a brown Naugahyde fabric Lazy Boy recliner. Overhead light was provided from a 70’s style swag lamp casting a “just bright enough to read” warmth. It was a comfortable throne for my Dad ( Bud Thomas) to do his crossword puzzles. Under that lamp, he would consistently read three full newspapers a day. Family court was presided over by him on current events or the latest ball games involving any of his three sons. Answers to questions were often uttered from behind that newspaper. The words, “No, that’s not necessary” were more commonly spoken than the alternative of: “Sure son, go ahead and take the car. And by the way, here’s a five-spot to spend. Have fun!”
Seattle police officers direct spray pepper at protesters gathered outside the Henry M. Jackson Federal Building, in Seattle, Tuesday, June 10, 2025. (Nick Wagner/The Seattle Times via AP)
Protesters block an exit at the Henry M. Jackson Federal Building as Federal Protective Service officers secure the garage in Seattle, Tuesday, June 10, 2025. (Nick Wagner/The Seattle Times via AP)
Department of Homeland Security police officers restrain a protester inside of the Henry M. Jackson Federal Building in Seattle, Tuesday, June 10, 2025. (Nick Wagner/The Seattle Times via AP)
Fire crews battle a brush fire burning near homes in the hills on Tuesday, June 10, 2025 in the city Burbank, Los Angeles. By 4:30 p.m., the blaze, named the "Bethany Fire," was mapped at 8-10 acres and growing. (AP Photo/Mark Von Holden)
Fire crews battle a brush fire burning near homes in the hills on Tuesday, June 10, 2025 in the city Burbank, Los Angeles. By 4:30 p.m., the blaze, named the "Bethany Fire," was mapped at 8-10 acres and growing. (AP Photo/Mark Von Holden)
Fire crews battle a brush fire burning near homes in the hills on Tuesday, June 10, 2025 in the city Burbank, Los Angeles. By 4:30 p.m., the blaze, named the "Bethany Fire," was mapped at 8-10 acres and growing. (AP Photo/Mark Von Holden)
Fire crews battle a brush fire burning near homes in the hills on Tuesday, June 10, 2025 in the city Burbank, Los Angeles. By 4:30 p.m., the blaze, named the "Bethany Fire," was mapped at 8-10 acres and growing. (AP Photo/Mark Von Holden)