November 7, 2018 I’m thanks giving this week for those who impact our lives. Today is the celebration of Diwali, a Hindu festival of lights that represents the victory of light over darkness. I enjoy the celebrations of many belief systems and appreciate the beauty of ideas that foster hope and thanks giving. This celebration…
June 11-12, 2017 A very close friend of mine recently gave a toast at a wedding. She asked me if I would post the toast in its complete form since she gave the abridged version at the wedding. The bride had two requests for the toast; one, that she not cry (which she knew she would), and number…
April 16-17, 2017 I’ve been thinking a lot this week about what it means to have “the right stuff”. Like every career there are certain pinnacles that, if you achieve them, are recognized across your professional field. They help establish the validity of your work or reflect a level of expertise. A particular apex presented itself for project-n a…
July 18 – July 24, 2016 This was my shower curtain before Big Bang Theory made it cool. I just ordered a new one (ask Superhero about that–grin). It came this week. More expensive than my earlier one, and although it was bought many years ago, I wondered about the difference in price. So, why more expensive now?…
July 12 through July 18, 2016 I think it might be harder posting once a week than posting everyday because I have to choose what to tell, and what to leave out. However, that is really good practice for a writer. So, I thought I would just share a few pictures from the week. July…
July 4, 2016 Are you listening to give your answer or listening to understand? At a time when political, social, religious, and international tensions are at a height I pondered about a post for today. Have you ever chatted with an extrovert who is just so excited to be here they can’t shut up or tried to…