How College Should Be
Last night, an entire class of students comes by my house with food for a huge potluck. This isn’t part of the job description of
December 1, 2010
Live With Flair
(my daily blog)
The One Word Reminder
Years ago, I read a parenting book about the power of the one word reminder. Instead of spouting out long, elaborate directions to children, especially
November 30, 2010
My Daughter’s Perspective on Holiday Shopping
We’re in a glitzy store, admiring all the ornaments and enjoying the holiday smells. As my children wander down the aisles to observe the dazzling
November 28, 2010
Snowflake Photography
Early this morning, the children race around the house to announce the news: Snow! Just flurries, but still the excitement mounts as the sun rises
November 27, 2010
Even the Olives
Even the olives are stuffed at my house today. The rooms overflow with family–children underfoot, waiting for a feast. Even the animals are well-fed and
November 25, 2010
Texted: What Should I Do with My Life?
A high school student in my town had a problem. She didn’t know what she wanted to do for a career. So she polled everyone.
November 21, 2010
Am I Willing?
Driving through central Pennsylvania, I gaze with wonder at the work of Amish families on their farms. Through the warmth and convenience of my car,
November 20, 2010
You Cannot Contain This
My morning begins by watching children race down the street so the speed limit monitor sign records their speed. I still haven’t had enough coffee
November 18, 2010
When the Competition is You
Last night for Neighborhood Fitness Group, we dance our normal dances and crawl around like wild animals. But then, the children beg for “The Jump
November 16, 2010
A Clog in My Heart
Yesterday, I’m walking alone in the woods behind my house. Evening in the Pine Forest It’s not a very big forest, but it’s big enough
November 14, 2010