I think it's only fair to rattle off a list of things I like. I did, after all, complain about stuff I just don't like earlier in the week. I'm nothing if not fair and balanced, so here goes. These are things that bemuse me or make me go mmmmmm.... The library -- Lordy, I do … [Read more...] about Stuff I Like
Peace by Pieces – Wordless Wednesday
What’s with all the running?
My Facebook and Twitter feeds are full of people with race numbers and Fitbit stats. The only shoes my girlfriends are buying are running shoes. Me thinks I'm in the market for new friends. I see a deluge of race photos. Bib numbers, tutus, running skirts, neon laces. And what's … [Read more...] about What’s with all the running?
I SPOKE OUT for NC Teachers
Here I am doing my thing. My speech is below. Teacher Stacy Eleczko giving us a glimpse into the life of a teacher. Yevonne Brannon firing up the crowd in support of teachers. My sons’ teachers spend more time with them each day than I … [Read more...] about I SPOKE OUT for NC Teachers
NC Teacher SPEAK OUT 11/4 at Noon
There's something rotten to the core in North Carolina. Help me understand why there is so much contempt for teachers these days. I don't see business folks and politicians lining up to spend time in a classroom. Sure, they read a story to a rapt kindergarten class while … [Read more...] about NC Teacher SPEAK OUT 11/4 at Noon
I Just Don’t Like This Stuff
Despite all my political rants, the day I day I lost the most Twitter followers was the day I tweeted that I hate Star Wars. The claws came out that day. I was ill prepared. I had no idea Star Wars fans were so rabid. Lesson learned. Sorta. There continue to be things that the … [Read more...] about I Just Don’t Like This Stuff
Pumpkin Margarita – 5:00 Fridays TM
Every year my family makes fun of my Halloween costume ideas. Bird and Deal pooh-pooh costumes that go together, which speaks to their independent natures. They'll have no part of being tethered together by costume or anything else. I think this is a … [Read more...] about Pumpkin Margarita – 5:00 Fridays TM