A Sandwich
Simple, right? Just a sandwich. Until someone makes you explain, precisely how to make it… …to someone who has never seen or held a knife, opened a jar of peanut butter or used a plate. Luckily, for parents, when we Read More …
Tag: children
Learn Something
Well, I hope that you can say that you learn something new every day. It is important. Whether you read the news, listen to someone tell their story or hear your children tell you about the new math they are Read More …
Maybe I Should Listen
Maybe I should listen to my own self, even if others don’t. (Although, I have heard from a few of you who do, and I thank you for listening.) Today, after that long diatribe on last night’s blog about relaxing Read More …
Isn’t It Romantic
Isn’t it romantic to celebrate with your loved ones? No matter the occasion, no matter the season, it is always a good time for love. Whether you have time today or not, things went your way or didn’t…there is always Read More …
It’s the Emotional Side
Tonight, I spoke at the school board meeting because it is important to me. It was not easy. It is never easy. It is literally easier to speak in front of a group of 400 to 500 colleagues because we Read More …
Journaling
One of the ways to stay on top of your thoughts, ideas and creativity is – no surprise – through journaling and I got a really nice new book today from my mom…I can’t wait to use it. Along with my Read More …
Even As An Adult
You know, even as an adult it is hard to wait for the gifts. It is slightly different, but not really. As you age, you mostly can’t wait to give the gifts. To see their surprise, joy and happiest of Read More …
Our Past
Lessons from our past can be quite impactful…reminding us what is most important. Today we went to a local play house’s rendition of A Merry Christmas Charlie Brown. Friends of ours were in the play and it was just so Read More …
Many Thanks
Today, like everyone (hopefully everyone) in this great country, we celebrated Thanksgiving. A big feast. A gathering of family and friends (siblings and their spouses are our friends, their kids are friends with our kids, too.) Besides the food, the Read More …
Better With Face Time
Nothing replaces in person meetings or get togethers. Family events – as you can imagine, are always better with face time. Today, our family said a formal farewell to my grandfather. While I could not be in Arizona with the entire Read More …