It has been a bit of a trying past couple of days with choices being made by our children—all teens. When our parents told us, this was going to hurt them more than it hurts you, who actually believed this to be true. I’ve known this to be true for a while, even more so… Continue reading If You Think Adulting is Hard, Try Parenting
Month: November 2018
Ovens are Important
I like to bake. I think I’m pretty good at it. Those who have tasted my baking say I’m pretty good at it. But, lately I’ve wondering if I’ve lost my baking mojo. Why do I think that you might be asking? Because my main thing, banana bread, has not been turning out in the… Continue reading Ovens are Important
House Democrats: Do Not Impeach*
Dear House Democrats: Now that you have achieved the majority, with the help of us voters, please don’t let it go too much to your head. Remember how fickle we, the electorate, can be over two years time. As you set your agenda for the next two years, here are the things I would like… Continue reading House Democrats: Do Not Impeach*
Pondering Patriotism, Common Bonds and Love of Country
I don’t say the Pledge of Allegiance nor do I sing The Star Spangled Banner. I’m not that kind of patriot. My brand of patriotism is being an informed voter, voting, promoting our common bonds, and trying to better our country. Last week, at my school, we had a Veterans Day concert. All of the… Continue reading Pondering Patriotism, Common Bonds and Love of Country
Millennials, Gen Y’s, Gen Z’s and Women: THANK YOU
Last night may not have been a tsunami, but it was a wave. We now have a check on the current administration. Praise be, under his eye, blessed be the fruit, and hallelujah! I’ve written prior posts (Hello Millennials and Y’rs: Time to Really Effect Change, Dear Women: Time to Step Up Part 1) saying the… Continue reading Millennials, Gen Y’s, Gen Z’s and Women: THANK YOU
Democrat Top 10
The next congressional election is just a few short days away. Our future as a country and how we not only see ourselves, but how we are truly, will be on full display for the world. The Democrats need a unifying message with which all of us can hear and resonate—a unifying message has always… Continue reading Democrat Top 10
Personal Reflections of a Middle-Aged Man 