When I tell people that I am conducting research on ROLLER SKATING history, people ask me if I am writing about ice skating, inline skating and stepping. Am I explaining my project incorrectly? What part of ROLLER SKATING don’t people don’t understand? If I am explaining this incorrectly verbally, allow me to clarify in writing.… Read More: Clarification on ROLLER SKATING Research »
If you didn’t make it to Big John’s funeral and would like a copy of his obituary, just click on the obituary and it will download. Peace and blessings!
So far, most of our updates are about general roller skating information and questions to help people dig into their memory banks to pull out stories and share on the site. Our goal is to update our site every other Thursday, and most times we hit our target. Sometimes we don’t. Either way, you can… Read More: Sign Up to Receive Skate Updates »
I know you’re wondering, “What does blogger’s block have to do with roller skating?” Well, it was written by me, Marcie Hill, the researcher and writer behind Real Skate Stories. In addition to being a topic in which I am highly passionate, roller skating helps me overcome blogger’s block. It is a wonderful distraction from… Read More: Cyber Monday Deal: Pre-Order 62 Blog Posts to Overcome Blogger’s… »
Have a wonderfully blessed and Happy Thanksgiving! Images: multiplesandmore
Legendary Chicago roller skater John Hill, better known as “Big John”, passed away from a massive heart attack last week. He was my dude. He taught me – and a lot of people – many skate moves. I met him at Glenwood Roller Rink in Glenwood, IL. But I heard that he was the best… Read More: Funeral for John “Big John” Hill Will Be Held on… »