Remembrance...it is more than just a word, it is a commitment. Today let us remember all who gave of themselves for this country. We have lost so many men and woman in the defense of democracy and human rights. Men and women whose contribution to society, while known generally, can never be fully appreciated for its [...]
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Movement that is moving…
I confess...I am a die-hard So You Think You Can Dance? (SYTYCD) fan. I cannot dance, but I have always wished I could. I have adapted to my inadequacies by being able to appreciate the commitment and artistry in others' dance. As such I watch dance SYTYCD religiously. I like the judges, I admire the choreographers, I [...]
Closer to God’s heart…
If I was ever in a situation where I had to decide what to do with the last days, weeks or months of my life, I know exactly what I would do. I think there are lots of folks who have bucket lists with trips or things they have never tried, but want to (like [...]
Like a virgin…sort of.
Madonna's song, Like a Virgin, includes a chorus line that says: Like a virgin - touched for the very first time. I have had this song in mind since Tuesday when I first went to see the chiropractor for that lingering arm issue I have been struggling with for months. The chiropractor, Dr. Brandan Anderson, [...]
Travel is a state of mind…
Today I report back on the 3rd Annual Cosmopolitan Soiree hosted by the STEM Center's 7th grade team. It was a long and busy day and I bet those kids will sleep well tonight. I wasn't there quite as long as the kids, but I too am fairly tired; as such, tonight I share mostly photos and only a [...]
If you take your mama’s bathroom necessities…
There are two bathrooms in my home. One is Cheyenne's and the other is mine. In both these bathrooms we store extra toilet paper under the cabinet. I try and always keep a couple of rolls under the cabinet - mostly I have four or more under there. When Cheyenne runs out of toilet paper [...]
Invest a half hour…
It is that time again - time for summer storms. Time to update supplies in emergency kits, time to make sure that our family home and cell phones are registered on CodeRED, and time to refresh our memories on the ways we can stay safe when faced with lightning and tornadoes. I strongly encourage all area [...]
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