From my journal: March 3, 2003, Newbury Park, California “Borrowing Robert’s red and white striped hat…will wear at school today. Have a stack of Dr. Seuss books ready…it’s ‘Read Across America’ Day…” In 1997 The National Education Association came up with the idea of setting aside a day to celebrate the joys of reading. AContinue reading “Read Across America”
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The Best Person for the Job
The qualifications for the job are still the same. Since 1787, the United States Constitution states that the person must be a natural-born citizen, at least 35 years old, and have been a resident of the U.S. for at least 14 years. The job description is still the same. The person is in charge ofContinue reading “The Best Person for the Job”
How Sweet!
Love is in the air! In just two days, St. Valentine’s Day will be upon us! Not only is it a day to cheer for romantic love, but to express affection for our families, friends, and pets, too. February 14th is often celebrated by giving presents of cards, candy, and flowers. While I can’t give youContinue reading “How Sweet!”
A Gift of Life
It is an involuntary function in our bodies, yet can become more powerful when exercised regularly. It can occur only in the present moment, yet can be accessed anytime or anywhere. It is also lighter than a feather, yet can not be held in our hands. And, it happens to be what I am focusing onContinue reading “A Gift of Life”
Never Gets Old
Wrapped in green and red paper, with a white bow taped to the front, it was a little bigger than the size of a standard piece of paper. So light weight, I thought it might be an empty box. Maybe Santa or his elves forgot to put something in it? Surely, they wouldn’t play aContinue reading “Never Gets Old”
The Beauty of Sleep
A lot of clever sayings have been attributed to Ben Franklin. “A penny saved is a penny earned,” “Well done is better than well said,” and “Haste makes waste.” These I can relate to. I believe in saving money, taking action, and doing things right the first time around. However, there is one quote heContinue reading “The Beauty of Sleep”
Justice For All
Although I was born in the early 60’s, I wasn’t aware of racism until I was an adult. I had heard about Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. from TV broadcasts, but I didn’t understand what he represented. Afterall, I was just six years old when he was assassinated, and I couldn’t comprehend why someone wouldContinue reading “Justice For All”
In Pursuit of Calm
In my blog post from January 2021 titled “Still Learning,” I mentioned that I no longer make traditional new year’s resolutions. However, I did make them in the past. Perhaps you have, too. From my journal, December 29, 2000, Newbury Park, California “Top Two Resolutions for 2001…lose 8 pounds, and establish a daily exercise program…”Continue reading “In Pursuit of Calm”
Maybe Even Better
It happens every year around mid-December. That’s when I imagine what it would be like to be there in person. The vast blue sky with cottony white clouds floating by. Temperatures often in the high 50s. Sunshine radiating warmth onto the thousands of spectators bundled up, lining the 5 ½ mile stretch of Colorado BoulevardContinue reading “Maybe Even Better”
Seasons Greetings 2023
We’re facing such challenging issues When will the wars and unrest cease? Why the lack of care and humanity? How can we join together in peace? How do we change our present world? Starting right now and here? While the questions seem straightforward The answers are far from clear. We adopted a beagle named KippersContinue reading “Seasons Greetings 2023”
A Journal Journey 