I'm donning some swank shoes and getting around today. Check out what I have to say about presidential candidates' personal wealth over at The Stir. And I regaled you with a story at The Broad Side about how I learned a lesson on self image from a 13 … [Read more...] about I get around.
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Local Artist Helps NC Food Bank
There's nothing that breaks my heart more than childhood hunger. The sadness is deepened when it's afflicting children close to me, children I know. I, as just one person, can only do so much. There is always the issue of dignity so simply giving a handout is not an adequate … [Read more...] about Local Artist Helps NC Food Bank
The Arts Not Affordable
Mac Daddy and I are fans of the arts. We used to be frequent fliers at the theater and orchestra before we had kids. We saw shows in our travels to New York City and have been to concerts galore. We have friends who are artists so we are supporters of galleries galore and love to … [Read more...] about The Arts Not Affordable
Whitney Houston an Icon But Not a Hero
The soundtrack of my youth is fading to a distant hum. I look at stars from my youth who are my contemporaries and think, 'Wow, he's really going gray." or "Hmmm...she's had work done." Then I look in the mirror and say the same about myself, minus the bit about having work done. … [Read more...] about Whitney Houston an Icon But Not a Hero
Calm Unity – 5:00 Fridays
So far 2012 has been supremely crappy. Sad news hovers above like a veil of spider webs that smack you in the face when you're out for a leisurely hike on a sunny day. There is so much heartache and grief and loss to bear. Add to the mix some seriously challenging parenting … [Read more...] about Calm Unity – 5:00 Fridays
I love you to the moon and back again.
Bird is working on a project for school that requires him to view the sky at different times of the day and sketch and reflect upon what he sees. I told my friend Susan about this project and how it made me think of her. Bird and I went out to look at the sky together, and I … [Read more...] about I love you to the moon and back again.
Band Together to Fight More Than SOPA/PIPA
Let me begin by laying the foundation here. I am no hater. I love the internet. While I don't support SOPA/PIPA, I didn't jump on that internet bandwagon yesterday. I wrote to my senators, linked to their contact information on Facebook and Twitter, and sat back bewildered. … [Read more...] about Band Together to Fight More Than SOPA/PIPA