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I’m still running against the wind
July 14, 2010
The cement path lies before me. The trees seem to swallow me in as I pound the trail with my feet. Every sway of my arms feels like the next will tear my limbs from my body from pure exhaustion. » Full Story
Who changed my language?
July 12, 2010
“Alack,” said Lady Macbeth, “I am afraid they have awaked, and ’tis not done!” Lady Macbeth was troubled that her husband had not followed through with his plan to commit a murder that would make... » Full Story
An evolving custom: The bridal shower
July 12, 2010
A few Sundays back I went to a bridal shower. Actually, it’s the second one I’ve attended this wedding season. » Full Story
A?gourmet chef in the making
July 9, 2010
I have to admit that I have slipped a little when it comes to preparing elaborate meals on weeknights. » Full Story
Bringing out the ‘good’ china
July 9, 2010
“Your china is lovely, dear,” my aunt said from the dining room as I was finishing up the last details of dinner in the kitchen the other night. » Full Story
These are the dramatic days of our lives
July 7, 2010
"Men and women belong to different species and communications between them is still in its infancy." — Bill CosbyI get women. Most likely because I am one. We are confusing. » Full Story
On the road again
July 5, 2010
Over the past decade I have spent many hours behind a windshield and, frankly, have enjoyed most of those hours. I appreciate the journey as much as the destination. » Full Story
Watching the investment portfolio
July 2, 2010
Being a wife and mother are a lot like being Warren Buffet. You make investments in the things most important to you and if you wait long enough, they’ll pay off beyond your wildest dreams. » Full Story
Now, was that from ‘Dr. No’ or ‘Goldfinger’?
June 30, 2010
I am going to admit my strong fascination with spies. » Full Story
Look it up in the encyclopedia … not!
June 28, 2010
Hometown museums are fascinating places. I enjoy looking at all the things that have become obsolete since the early part of the 20th century – carpet beaters, cook stoves, chamber pot. » Full Story







