Pinterest Addiction: Self-discovery and the act of pinning

I've been using Pinterest for a few weeks now and will readily admit that I'm a bit addicted. It's sort of become my zen moment. It's a nice break in the middle of a work day (and night) full of conference calls, multiplying emails, research, proposal writing, etc, etc.. But today, as I was pinning … Continue reading Pinterest Addiction: Self-discovery and the act of pinning

(Not So) Wordless Wednesday

Hearts for sale from street vendors all over the city.  

Sesame Street does it again: Sing it “I’m Elmo and I know it” (video)

Forty plus years and counting and Sesame Street is as relevant as ever. With a great line up of celebrity guests, often showing their soften side, to their grasp of pop culture, it remains a hit with young and old alike. They've struck a pop culture chord again with their latest video, starring none other … Continue reading Sesame Street does it again: Sing it “I’m Elmo and I know it” (video)

Reinvention: A celebration of life

I've always loved birthdays. My early childhood memories are filled with big parties full of family and friends; beautiful birthday cakes, a pretty new dress, and the gifts, of course the gifts. As I got older, I carried with me the belief that birthdays were a time to laugh, have fun, and to celebrate life. … Continue reading Reinvention: A celebration of life

I’ve got to stop eating? A Dear Diary moment

The LDS religion, of which I was a member for many years, believes that family history is important. They have one of, if not the, largest number of genealogical records in the world. But they're not just about researching your ancestry, they also advocate that an individual write his or her history for their progeny. … Continue reading I’ve got to stop eating? A Dear Diary moment

If only…

Originally published September 2007 'If only we`d done this more,' he said as we moved in the middle of the crowded dance floor. I could only smile in response. I was enjoying the music and I didn't want to think about our past. He continued with the questions. 'Don`t you think doing this, being here, … Continue reading If only…