Favorite Holiday

For many people, including my husband, Christmas is their favorite holiday…no doubt that started when they were children, but it has stood the test of time. What’s not to love? A full week – and then some – off from Read More …

Silent Night

My wish to everyone tonight is a silent night…no sirens, no whistles, no call to duty. Every year, our fire department drives through the neighborhood…Santa on the back of the rescue truck wishing everyone a very Merry Christmas. For years Read More …

Creative Conversation

On behalf of teenagers and college students everywhere, I am challenging you to start a creative conversation with them – as if you really care what they think – over the holidays. It’s the Trifecta of Holidays this year with Read More …

Why Is Everyone Rushing

I know that it is just 3 days before Christmas…but it is happening on Sunday this year. That means we have “extra time” no work, no school, no place to be. Why is everyone rushing for it to be here. Read More …

There is Still Time

According to this TED Talk, there is still time to join the fray, to learn how to adapt and make the most of the second industrial revolution. I made my kids listen to this. I think others should, too. Whether Read More …

Endless Thanks

There is a huge difference between a very sincerely spoken “it has been my pleasure” and the endless thanks that someone says after you say you’re welcome, followed by another “thank you” but said again in a different way… what Read More …

Never Assume

Aren’t we all taught as children, or at least as young adults, to never assume anything? We have to learn, and ask questions before we jump to conclusions. We went to Bernie’s Pub near our daughters choir event tonight…craft beer, Read More …

Testing and More Testing

This is not a test. There are ways to make things fun, testing and more testing is not one of them. Right now, I am playing around with different things. Some are working better than others. Meals being delivered (uncooked.) Read More …

Important to Make the Time

At the end of the year it is difficult, but it is important to make the time to see friends, family and loved ones. Whether you travel to see them, Skype incessantly or reschedule what ever you have to do Read More …