Anthony Kalberg

Good afternoon! Wow! What a fun lunch we had! I’m always humbled to find myself lunching with WLOX Retired Royalty at my favorite watering hole, The Chimneys. Great food. Great drinks. Great service. And great conversation! Y’all can sleep peacefully tonight; we solved the problems of the world. Big hug Rhonda, my dear. Big hug […]

“Kalberg, what were you thinking? Putting your phone numbers on Facebook. That gives tons of people access to your private information. You could open yourself up to harassment by strangers or scammers who target people by phone.” Thank you, Mr. Delk, for reminding me that the world is not as innocent as I am, even […]

“So we beat on, boats against the current, borne back ceaselessly into the past.” Good night all! (Originally published July 20, 2021)

Richard Kalnins is with Anthony W. Kalberg. In the snap below, you can see actor, author, raconteur, and fop Anthony Kalberg lounging wistfully in his opulent Gulfport manse pre-Katrina. To learn more about Anthony–and to read his articles published in Coast Magazine–visit www.anthonykalberg.com. Ordinally published July 19, 2009. You can read the Coast Magazine article in the […]

Greetings! Is there anything more comfortable, more snuggly, more relaxing than a dear, ol’ shirt? I loved this old shirt. Grew attached to it over the past 15 years. I thought we would go through life together, alone, but knowing nothing could separate us. Alas! Life always has a way of rearing its ugly head. […]

The End of an Era – Walter Cronkite has passed away. Now that he and Paul Harvey are gone, who is there to take their place? I sooooo miss Paul Harvey’s “Goooood Morning Americans. It’s Friday!” Originally published July 17, 2009.

This and That – Snakes!

  Directing a play is no easy task, especially when it’s a classic like A STREETCAR NAMED DESIRE.

Please pray for my mother. I awoke to find her on the floor in a pool of blood. She hit her head. The ambulance is here now, we’re on our way to Memorial. Please pray… Update on Mom – – She’s in ICU at Memorial. She has a small intercrainal hemorrhage from her fall. The […]

The afternoon question: When’s the last time you came down from your safe, ivory tower and encountered the real world? The last time you left your comfort zone to discuss the world and its problems with others of a different opinion? With those who do not look or think like you, or worship as you […]

While reading Psalm 36 this morning, I could not help but think about our dear country. There are those who would destroy us from within, eviscerating all that Americans hold dear, caring not how they accomplish their goals or who is murdered, or injured, or humiliated in the process. Those “Americans” hear the whispers that […]

What a fun evening at the Mary C. in Ocean Springs for the Firefly Open House! The building was filled with the smell of the chef’s scrumptious cooking and the artist’s turpentine and oils. Jazzy live music filled the rooms, as did the giggles of children creating sculptures from painted rocks. The art gallery was […]

This was an amazing production with an amazing cast! Alas, so many dear friends in this cast have been called Home – Gloria Gaines, Keith Ballard, Bobby Steele, Jame Henry LeBatard, and Tina Marie Johnston. Big hug, ya’ll! (Originally published July 13, 2011)

Greetings, family and friends! This evocative rendering of the Titanic’s bow underwater is new to me. Can’t count how many pictures I’ve seen of her above water, but none below. This picture was posted on the Titanic Historical Society’s FB page. My question to the members was this: Would that many lights still be lit […]

Greetings, dear friends and family. This poem has powerful words that deliver a powerful message. I hope some of you will read them, take them to heart, turn a new page and…let go. All my love, Andy (Originally published July 13, 2023)

Norma and Joe ensconced in her palatial mansion on Sunset Boulevard! Curtain’s going up on the Sunday matinee, the final performance of a great cast and crew!! Later Gaters! (Originally published July 12, 2015)

Good morning on this cloudy morn! From our summer flower garden to yours, here’s wishing all my FB family and friends a peaceful, stress-free week. Remember, it takes both sunshine and rain to make a rainbow. Look for the rainbow’s of life and learn to dance in the rain. Later Dancing Gaters! (Originally published July […]

I wrote the following in response to a Facebook post that a former student, Scott Lionberger, posted, July 11, 2012: Goodness grashus! Aviator glasses and polyester! The 70s were not a good time for fashion. 🙃 Poignant what I remember about some of the kids in this snap.      Monica Seibold’s grandparents had peacocks on […]

Thought for the Day – “The same sun that softens butter, hardens concrete.” Are you experiencing tragedy in your life? Only lemons, never lemonade? Have family or friends hurt you with their actions and words? You have a choice. Either you will soften your heart with forgiveness or hardened it with anger and hate. Do […]

Saturday afternoon! Yard work is finally finished. Yay! But Baby, it’s hot! I’m drenched. Now, a relaxing bubble bath and then a big steak, along with a baked potato and a tall, cool glass of sweet wine. Since it’s just me, I’m pretty easy to please. Later Staying Cool Gaters. (Originally published July 9, 2022)

My brilliantly talented friend, David Slatten, created this great picture of lit’ ol’ me. But with all due respect for his talent as an artist, and with all due deference, I must admit that my picture at our local Post Office is the better of the two likenesses. LOL! Thank you David for your time […]

Why do you like or dislike a rainy day? It’s been raining all morning, here along the Mississippi Gulf Coast. A slow, rainy rain that causes me to stop, ponder life and love, along with the eternal majesty of God’s creation that is cleansed by the raindrops and rejuvenated by the sparking water they produce. […]

From our summer flower garden: Here’s wishing my dear family and friends a great and safe weekend! Later Gaters! (Originally published Friday, July 6, 2018)

There’s something soothing about watching Old Glory dance a slow waltz to the music of the warm morning breeze. God bless America! Happy 4th of July to each of you!

Happy 4th of July to my family and friends! Here are a few words from our nation’s founders: GEORGE WASHINGTON: “It is the duty of all nations to acknowledge the providence of Almighty God, to obey His will, to be grateful for His benefits, and humbly to implore His protection and favor.” JOHN ADAMS: “We […]

“You start dying slowly if you do not travel, if you do not read, if you do not listen to the sounds of life … You start dying slowly if you become a slave of your habits, walking everyday on the same paths … You start dying slowly if you avoid to feel passion and […]

In Tuesday’s local fish wrapper, there was an article about growing poverty across the country; “Mississippi sees surge in hardship.” The article mentioned a woman and her four children; a large snap of her and the children accompanied the article. The woman only earns $24,000 a year and can’t make ends meets. Apparently “ends” were […]

Thoughts for the day: 1.You can’t pour water from an empty cup, nor can you show love to others from an empty soul. 2.Billy Graham (I think) once said: “It’s the Holy Spirit’s job to convict. It’s God’s job to judge. It’s my job to love.” Go forth this day and touch someone with your […]

Evening Folks! What a delightful lunch I had today with my dear friend, Russell “P” Potter! He’s home safe and sound from faraway lands, and I’m happy to report that he’s back in Atlanta! I would have taken a newer snap of him and one of us too, but–alas–he nor I could figure out how […]

Good afternoon on this rainy day. Once again, my former pastor, Dr. Dean Register, has posted a very thought-provoking post. Many will laugh or scoff at his words, others will shake their heads in dismay, some may agree. We are all entitled to our opinions, at least for the time being anyway. I agree about […]

Father God, thank you! Thank you for my quick reflexes. Thank you for my good eyesight. Thank you that no one was in the oncoming lane. Thank you that the ditch was not deep. Thank you that I did not slam into the idiot, clad in black wearing a black hoodie, who walked right out […]

Greetings! Don’t you just love creative people! Who would have thought it? Later ‘Gaters! (Originally published June 30, 2023)

Greertign! As a child, The Twilight Zone was one of my favorite TV shows! Sometimes insightful, sometimes a wee bit frightening but always entertaining, the show is a classic. Rod Serling, the show’s host, stated that “A Stop at Willoughby” was his favorite show of the first season. The story-line is this: A businessman, tired […]

Greetings! This is one of my favorite poems. “Ozymandias symbolizes not only political power—the statue can be a metaphor for the pride and hubris of all of humanity, in any of its manifestations.” I couldn’t agree more. As the Good Books says, Pride cometh before a fall. Big hug. (Originally published June 30, 2023)

Greetings! For those who know me, you know I’m not an ardent sports fan.  I can, however, enjoy a snap taken during a game, and this snap takes the cake…or should I say the baseball?  Congrats to Ol’ Miss’ ball team for their win over Oklahoma and John Peterson AP for his amazing, gravity-defying snap. Later Baseball […]

Greetings! According to the local fishwrapper, “Almost $1.4 billion in corona virus stimulus payments went to 1.1 million dead Americans, the Government Accountability Office said Thursday. The Internal Revenue Service typically uses Social Security death records to weed out fraudulent tax return claims. But the IRS and the Treasury Department did not use the death […]

“Tears are words the heart cannot express” – G. Way (Originally published June 24, 2018)

I love a late summer afternoon. The sun, burning down through an orangy-yellow haze, fades into slumber. A warm breeze from the Gulf ruffles the leaves in the trees. And a cool glass of sweet wine conjures whimsical dreams in the mind. Life is good. Thank you, Father God, for it. Big hug. (Originally published […]

Greetings I’ve just returned from a delightful evening of theatrical entertainment at the Biloxi Little Theater! Two people walked on stage, sat down, and read from a script for two hours. No blocking or costumes. Just two people reading old love letters, hence the title of the show “Love Letters.” I was enthralled! Thank-You Juliana […]

Greetings! Here’s my latest Pretty Lady painting. Now all I have to do is find the proper theatrical set on which to present her to the world. Perhaps the play, Rebecca? “Last night I dreamt I went to Manderley again.” What say ye? Later Pretty-Lady-Loving Gaters! (Originally published June 23, 2018)

Greetings! Because I’m confined to quarters and bored to death, I decided to pull out my old theatrical makeup kit. Channeling dear ol’ Charles as the Hunchback, this is what I came up with. I think the left eye needs a little work. () What say ye? Later Helpful Gaters. (Originally published June 23, 2021)

Greetings, Mr. DeMIlle! Sorry, I’m not ready for my close up. But I’m planning on auditioning for Frankenstein. Alas, my agent has already called and informed me that my upcoming front page layout for Gentlemen’s Quarterly magazine has been canceled. Later Understanding Gaters! (Originally posted June 22, 2021)

Thought for the Day: You may not be able to keep people from speaking evil against you, but you can at least stop supplying them with ammunition! As long as you do what is right, their accusations will be empty and only embarrass them. Keep your conduct above criticism. Later Thinking Gaters! (Originally published June […]

In a world gone mad, in a country aflame with hate, destruction, and death, take time today to thank the Good Master for the simple beauty and joy of flowers. As the Good Book says, can any one of you by worrying add a single hour to your life? We are told to look at […]

Good morning on this rainy day! One-hundred and eleven years later, in a way, the lure of Titanic’s heart goes on. Please remember the people in the sub and the citizens of Moss Point in your prayers. Big hug. (Originally published June 20, 2023)

Greetings! The Duckett Gallery and I extend a warm welcome to you. We invite you to join us on a voyage to yesteryear when floating palaces sailed the world’s seas, taking passengers to exotic destinations, fascinating ports of call, and new lives full of hope and promise. Warm Regards, Anthony Wayne Kalberg DATE: June 27th, […]

Greetings! I’ve been ask to write a theatrical bio for myself. I dislike bios…it always seems like a person is bragging. That’s not my intent. The little grey cells aren’t what they use to be. Did I leave out something major? Later Helpful Gaters! By way of introduction, my name’s Anthony Wayne Kalberg, known among […]

Greetings! I’ve just returned from a fantastic week at Hilton Head Island with dear friends, the Signs’. Bambi and Thumper send their regards. 🙂 It’s always good to get away for awhile, but good to get back home too. Later Happy Gaters! (P.S. I’m not hobbling around on one leg. It’s tucked behind me. 😉) […]

Greetings! Dear ol’ Will, a Mississippi boy, who makes us proud. Profound words from a profound man! Ponder his words and go forth. Big hug.

Greetings! I think Monsieur Emile Zola is correct. What say ye? “We are like books. Most people only see our cover, the minority only read the introduction, many people beleive the critics. Few will know our content.” Let this not be said of us, my dears. Big hug.

Good afternoon, Titanic fans! The latest issue of The Titanic Commutator—the official magazine of the Titanic Historical Society—contains a fascinating article about the statue that once graced the Titanic’s grand staircase. Alan St. George (www.titanicclock.com) has recreated it in minute detail. The article tells the history of the statue’s creation and its muse, so to […]

Good morning! From our little summer flower garden to yours, here’s wishing you a great day! I leave you with the words of William Blake: “To see a world in a grain of sand, And a heaven in a wild flower, Hold infinity in the palm of your hand, And eternity in an hour.” Big […]

I vant to be alone…vith you!! Camille is my favorite Garbo movie! “Perhaps it’s better if I live in your heart, vhere the vorld cannot see me…” Later Silly-Romantic Gaters!

What a great snap of a troubled, but talented hometown genius! On warm summer evenings, I often think of many such evenings that Kinard and I spent sipping iced coffee on the veranda at Mary Mahoney’s – him waxing eloquent and me absorbing his genius and acerbic wit. (Originally published June 7, 2014)

Thought for the day: “When dealing with people, it is more important to love and understand than to analyze them and give advice. Compassion produces greater results than criticism or blame.” Sooooo, how will this change your day? Later Compassionate Gaters! (Originally published June 7, 2016)

Good evening – I’d like to thank everyone for their likes, loves, and comments concerning Mom’s 92nd birthday. As I’ve said before, I’m never sure what Mom does and does not understand. So this evening at the supper table I told her that it was her birthday. She smiled, but I knew that was not […]

Today’s Open Windows’ Devotional: “What a blessing it is to be an encouragement to other. Tribulations aren’t something we get excited about when we’re in the midst of them. In our pain, it’s hard to see how God is building a testimony to allow us to be an encouragement to those who will later face […]

Good afternoon! In “A Streetcar Named Desire,” Blanche states: “I don’t want realism…I want magic.” I have found that when life’s sky is grey and cloudy, it’s best to take dear Blanche’s words to heart–escape the realism and look for the magic. With that in mind, I accepted an invitation from David Delk to see […]