The Day I Went to the Principal’s Office
Indeed, we were going to the principal’s office! It wasn’t the first time, and it won’t be the last. This school and this principal are special.
Real Life – April 2025
What is a month? A blip of time that passes all too quickly.
Bookshelf: Jan – March 2025
I love a new pile of Christmas gifts/books. My list this year was mostly older books by authors I have recently enjoyed and want to explore further. My TBR stack is a mix, so here goes:
Bookshelf: Oct – Dec 2024
It's the end of another year of good reading, with anticipation of a treasure trove of new books and authors in 2025. Check out my final selections for 2024.
Thoughts in the Dark Before the Stars
Twice in my life, I have voted for a smart, strong woman to be president of the United States.
Bookshelf July-Sept 2024
You may recognize some authors I've enjoyed before in this list, and please know the photo is just a sample of books I had nearby. A couple of this quarter's favorites were Sisters Under the Rising Sun, The Hours, and Hold My Girl.
Bookshelf April-June 2024
As busy as it was, the crossover from spring to summer made for some good reading. The best of the bunch this quarter was A Great Country, which was no surprise based on my reactions to her previous novels. What books have you loved recently?
Year-Round Pride
We were all just people there. June may be Pride Month, but pride and support are year-round.
My Civic Duty…aka Jury Experience
Just after noon, I found myself being sworn in to a jury panel for the first time. For an expected 3 -4-day trial. We all groaned a little when we heard that.
A Camp Like No Other
The counselors and volunteers who work directly with the children do amazing and heartfelt things to help these children grieve and grow.