Hello, My Name is Kevin Schwarm
A free spirit's take on work, life, travel, & consumerism

An irreverent and snarky look at what makes America great! The GOP Rigging Elections -- If you're a seasoned Republican strategist for...

INSTANT MESSAGING (IM) BLUES You have some colleagues who ping you IM (instant messenger) any says, “Hi Kevin” without any other verbiage...

A money grab? I see the Rolling Stones will tour this summer, hitting some of the larger stadiums in various US cities. Touring at their...

Many years ago, I worked for an older gentleman (Jim) in the health food industry. He had spent his adult life working in the grocery...

Rural versus Urban is still in the mix. Majority of urban dwellers vote Democrat while the majority of rural individuals select...

Isn't it cute when you hear the expression on sports TV about "playing Switzerland?" To some not terribly familiar with the country, the...

I’m inbound from Lake Forest to Chicago to see the Eagles on Monday night, October 15, 2018. As I glance out the dirty and scratched...

A relative of mine was going to spend a week in Chicago in early February. He was visiting from Austria and was interested in attending a...

Work Lessons for my children and other young people in the work force or soon entering it. These are examples and suggestions that I've...