Things I Worry About
I read a frightening article in Family Circle’s April 2007 issue, “High-Wired Cheating.” I would recommend parents get a copy of this article and read it. There were two sets of statistics in this article that worries me. First, 66% of students (high school) admitted to cheating on class exams 58% of students said that Continue reading →
Productivity and Rainy Days
Sometimes I can’t seem to get started on what I know I should be doing. Usually this falls on a rainy day that is grey and quiet. I used to try and bully my way through it…to be productive. But I have finally realized that slowing down and taking the time to think about where Continue reading →
Chocolate or Migraine
Today I am in the middle of a full-blown migraine. I haven’t had one of these for quite a while…since Christmas. That was the last time I ate past my limit of chocolate in a short period of time. I have suffered migraines for years. I can work through most of them…although this one is Continue reading →
Perfect Balance Between Dark And Light
This beautiful photograph was snapped while we were on vacation at the YMCA of the Rockies near Estes Park, CO. The contrast between the dark and the light as well as the way they are related to each other demonstrates life and hope. So often the dark times feel over-powering and menacing. It feels as if Continue reading →
Social Networking
My first computer was purchased after I married in 1986. It was an Apple IIGS. I loved it. My point is that computers have come a long way since I became wired and I am still learning what is what. So, today I am launching into the world of Technorati. My hope is to become Continue reading →
Happy April Fools Day
I like April 1st for many reasons. Usually by now the weather has started to break toward spring, the crocuses have started to color the landscape again, and, well, we celebrate the fool in all of us on this day. I’m not very good at practical jokes — although my family seems to be. What Continue reading →
Make A Difference – #10
I am not a big fan of Jim Carey but his movie, Bruce Almighty, was pretty good. The movie, while it had a number of subtle and not so subtle messages, hit a home run with one….If you want a miracle… 10…Be the miracle. We all have the power to touch someone’s life in a Continue reading →
Make A Difference – #9
Spring is in the air and I get so excited as the crocuses stick their heads up out of the ground. I can’t wait to put my hands in the soil and feel the power within her. 9. Plant a garden. Beyond the obvious benefits to the environment, planting flowers and growing vegetables help reduce Continue reading →
Strength and Comfort
I found out last night that the daughter of an acquaintance died while I was gone for spring break. A friend called last night from Florida to see if she could find anyone in town to at least express their sympathy. In my little town (actually suburb of Chicago – but we are much more Continue reading →