It seems that community service and social justice are flavors of the day. I'm not talking about the folks who give of themselves without an audience. I'm talking about the people who have latched on to charitable causes to boost their own social clout. People are building their … [Read more...] about UN Foundation Shot@Life & Making A Difference
Dirt and Noise
Vino 2GO – 5:00 Fridays TM
I'm taking you on a different path for today's 5:00 Fridays. I want to share the coolest wine glass that is basically a sippy cup for grown ups. Vine 2GO. Unbreakable and spillproof. Ingenius. This is one of those why-didn't-I-think-of-that products. My … [Read more...] about Vino 2GO – 5:00 Fridays TM
We Live Up to Our Ideals (Chris Matthews) – Wordless Wednesday
What You Can Give for My Birthday
Today is my birthday. I love my birthday. I don't gripe about getting older because aging is a privilege. Imagine the alternative... I am fortunate to have never wanted for anything. I have always had a loving family, good meals on my table, a safe place to lay my head, and a … [Read more...] about What You Can Give for My Birthday
SPARKcon-coction – 5:00 Fridays TM
SPARKcon revs up this weekend in Raleigh. This means that my family and I will be meandering around downtown listening to live music, watching flame throwing acrobats, cringing at skateboard tricksters, eating some street vendor fare, sipping a local brew or two, and inhaling … [Read more...] about SPARKcon-coction – 5:00 Fridays TM
Barack Obama Through My Lens – Wordless Wednesday
September 11 in the Wake of a School Lockdown
Yesterday was a harrowing day. In all the pitfalls and struggles that I imagined about parenting, a school lockdown was not among them. Bird and Deal, in fourth and second grade respectively, happily trounced off to school (on time!). Minutes after getting home from dropping them … [Read more...] about September 11 in the Wake of a School Lockdown