Sometimes as a writer it's hard to delve into memories that make our hearts aflutter and our palms clammy. It's hard to harken back to moments in our lives that were so special that we want to hold them close and not share an ounce of their magic. Some memories are too painful to … [Read more...] about Technorati: Writing My First Post
Archives for 2010
Wake County Schools: One Year Later
As you know from my blog posts, tweets, Facebook updates, and water cooler rants, I am frustrated with our local school board. OK, I'm admittedly more pissed that frustrated, but being angry doesn't make me take action. We are at the one year mark since life as we know started … [Read more...] about Wake County Schools: One Year Later
Bandtini – 5:00 Fridays
I've never been one to buy gift wrap and scented candles and popcorn and whatnots to support every kid who comes knocking on my door. I think it's abominable to make little kids do that. Furthermore, it's shameful to tie sales to "winning" prizes. Let's be honest, the so called … [Read more...] about Bandtini – 5:00 Fridays
Peace, Elizabeth Edwards.
The death of Elizabeth Edwards has unexpectedly shaken me. I have always liked her. The more I read about her the more I respected her. There was a time I wish she were running for office instead of John. The Edwards family lived not far from me when they lived in Raleigh. Every … [Read more...] about Peace, Elizabeth Edwards.
Cagey – Wordless Wednesday
Gender Bias in the Toy Aisles
I am the only woman in a house full of dirt and noise. We don't have tea parties or wile away the hours quietly coloring. There's not a Disney princess to be found here. Once in a while we make construction paper party hats and have a birthday party for Teddy. We do our share … [Read more...] about Gender Bias in the Toy Aisles
Soul Warming Spicy Hot Chocolate – 5:00 Fridays
It's been a frosty week here, and we are ending it with an ice storm. The neighborhood was a veritable skating rink when we walked the dog this afternoon. There are icicles hanging from the patio table umbrella, and my Southern sons are fascinated by them. Their … [Read more...] about Soul Warming Spicy Hot Chocolate – 5:00 Fridays