Paronomasia

Paronomasia

I grew up in a family that was constantly trying to out pun each other.  My Dad was the main conspirator, each week we reviewed the Reader’s Digest word list and discussed the words and their meaning. I think there were 10 new words each week and all of the boys...
Virgin

Virgin

I have often encouraged my friends and family to contribute to the Friday message.  This week Megan, one of the Friday message team, offers her “Branson” experience.  What an amazing person. Recently Brian and I got to go on a little trip for my...
Circle of Life II

Circle of Life II

Are those not the two most adorable people on the planet.  Ok, most grandparents would say the same thing.  Margie is the picture of peace and dressed in her Independence Day outfit. Clio is hitting the pool and obviously looking forward to it.  They have their whole...
Oviparity

Oviparity

I often listen to NPR during my shorter car commute time. Longer drives require the magic of audio books on my Kindle to keep me focused and awake. I am mostly over talking on the phone and especially texting as I drive. I was amazed last week to hear that one of my...
MIECHV

MIECHV

Too many acronyms to keep track of them all. I was invited to participate in a discussion about Home Visiting for a potential Op-Ed article.  I have learned a lot about the undeniable value of early childhood education as well as the many obstacles to making it a...
AM

AM

attended a corporate governance training session last week. This is not my first training update and although important to keep current, there is generally not much that changes your perspective. During the strategic planning portion our instructor gave us an example...