Bullet Points – For Target Practice…sort of I’ll be making some bullet points in a couple of minutes, but stick with me as I share this high speed journey. Kana Watanabe woke up this Tuesday morning in a particularly excited … Read the rest
Category Archives: thought provoking thoughts
To all of you ladies who “took one for the team” as you… Withstood the months of pregnancy Withstood the pains of childbirth Fed your babies when they cried at 3 a.m. Fixed “boo boos” Kissed away pain Hugged away … Read the rest
Children’s Writer Challenge
I know at least one children’s writer who challenges my notions about myself. I work with him everyday. And he challenges me to write engaging, relevant stories for kids and families. When I think I don’t have anything to say, … Read the rest
Here’s a music history challenge for you. I’ll bet you can’t tell me the 5 songs I’m including in this fairy tale and why they’re grouped together. If you need a hint, leave me a comment. Once upon a time … Read the rest
I don’t believe in luck, lucky 7, or any other superstition involving mere luck. And I don’t care who knows it. I’m rolling the dice on the chance you’ll agree… That being said, I can remember warm, spring days in … Read the rest
Everything In Moderation
Is everything in moderation something you live by? I don’t because it doesn’t apply to every avenue of life. Here’s a short explanation of what I mean. “Everything in moderation” isn’t universally axiomatic. For example, we shouldn’t want murder, or … Read the rest
Happy Pi Day Mmm…I love pi. Blueberry, pecan, pumpkin, and the always delectable strawberry pi. I’m so glad to find out they’ve created a special Pi Day. Not just pi in the sky What a glorious…huh?…what did you say? Pi … Read the rest
Health Care Law For Baby Boomers Is Toxic
I just read an article that said when the upcoming health care law goes into effect in 2014, baby boomers stand to benefit the most. Don’t believe it for a second! Take Control Of Your Own Health I remember way … Read the rest
I like to bring levity to my blog as often as it makes sense to do so. The cartoon self portrait of me is proof. But I would like to get serious for just a few seconds and remind you … Read the rest
A Writer Singer In The Wide Open Spaces
Take a few minutes and let your brain loose. If you’re a writer singer like me, maybe you’ve done this before. Now, don’t reign in your brain”just let it run wild in the wide open spaces and let the wind … Read the rest
Words And Music In The Analog Age
The first “gadget” my brother and I used to record our words and music…and silliness… Combine a sleep-deprived night with a bevy of boxes and bouquets under a tree with trimmings and lights…and what do you have? An excited boy … Read the rest
Words And Music From Elvis And Golden
So, you’re scratching your head and asking: “Words and music from Elvis and Golden?” Right? Well, did you know that on December 20th in 1957 Elvis received his draft notice for the U.S. Army? Yep, the King wasn’t quite a … Read the rest
Happy Vernal Equinox
Hmm…doesn’t have the same romantic sound as “hooray for spring” does it? Let’s test how it sounds in context. I’ll replace “spring” with “vernal equinox” and write something poetic… May you have a beautiful vernal equinox filled with all the sounds, sights, … Read the rest
Groundhog Day: This Year It’s A Matter of Seconds
Did You See The Movie “Groundhog Day”? It was pretty funny. And it sort of drove home that definition of insanity…you know…doing the same thing over and over expecting different results. But Bill Murray’s character finally did learn his lesson … Read the rest