A recent post by psychologistmimi caught my attention. People don't like criticism. This is unfortunate for people like me who love to give it. Yes, I realize this is a character flaw, but one in which I justify by pounding myself harder than any other. As an employer, I heard numerous excuses: I don't usually do that. I'm... Continue Reading →
Liebster Award!
My first award nomination! Special thanks to MOTHEROFJIM for the nomination. I met her via one of the BloggingU courses, discovered many similar interests, and now consider her a bona fide, blogging buddy. As an acceptance of this award, I have been asked to answer the following questions: 1. Talk about the process of deciding to blog... Continue Reading →
How to avoid the epic FAIL
"Don't make me laugh," I kept repeating to my friends. Of course that made everyone laugh even harder. My first visit to a mountain bike trail within the city, and I hit a tree. If I hadn't fallen onto a log that displaced the entire left side of my rib cage, I would have laughed... Continue Reading →
Barbershop Reality
This article caught me completely off guard at the very end. As a proud member of that Rich-Tone Front Row, it was thrilling to be acknowledged for our choreography. As the newer-generation Barbershoppers like to say, "This ain't your mama's barbershop."
Photo 101 – Triumph
Bicycles scare me. Because cycling is one of the approved sports for my joint issues, I've taken on this challenge. Initially, my biggest fears were riding over bridges, being bitten by a dog and traveling alongside traffic. I experienced each of those on one of my first rides. In college, I chose to walk/jog across... Continue Reading →
Another Fine Mess You’ve Gotten Me Into, Loolie
Loolie makes me smile! Having friends like these is priceless!
So here I am, in the basement on the Saturday after Thanksgiving, ironing paper bags and tissue paper. I checked my list of ‘Wonderful Things to Do on a Holiday Weekend,’ and you know what?
This activity did not appear. Not even as the 159th entry. Thank you, Loolie.
She’s a madwoman, our Loolie. I have known her since we were both yea high–well, she was always just a yea bit high-er–and it’s always been the same. Loolie reads something or hears something and thinks, ‘Well that’s not right. We have to fix that!’
And suddenly there’s this whirlwind gusting through my life.
I say, “Oh, no, Loolie. Not this time. This time you are ON YOUR OWN! I am not going to [fill in the blank.] No way!”
But whirlwinds don’t just clear their own path, they suck in all kinds of things–and people—lying innocently tangential.
So…
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The dark side of living each day as if it were your last and the beauty of an avalanche
I found this post to be thought provoking. It really is the simple things in life that I enjoy most.
The dark side of living each day as if it were your last
I recently read someone’s Facebook post that had me laughing for a few minutes. This particular individual is quiet dark so most of their posts are dark, dark humor. Their post noted that if they were to indeed live each day as if it were their last, there would be lots of dead bodies lying around. It’s kind of funny. I mean, most people tell you to live each days as if it were your last in order to inspire you to greatness and to achieve greatness. Most would not ponder the darker side of telling you to live as if it were your last. Correct? Right?
Of course, in movies, those that are living their last day (either because they were poisoned and have only hours to live or they are from the future and…
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Photo 101 – Moment
Assignment-Our lives are made up of big events and tiny moments. Ultimately, life is fleeting, and oftentimes it’s these small moments we love to document. My friend and her daughter came to visit this past weekend. Hanging around young people helps me feel young. We enjoyed the beach, visiting Space Center Houston, watching movies and... Continue Reading →
Photo 101 – Treasure
Assignment - Show us an image that represents a treasure to you. I treasure the gift of music. The piano was my first instrument at 10 years old , followed very shortly by the flute. Although my piano skills suffer severely when I go long periods without practice, I can pick up the flute, at... Continue Reading →
Photo 101 – Color
Assignment - "...The colors in our photographs are evocative and rouse emotions within us. Color can elevate a mundane image into something intriguing and meaningful, and can tell a particular story within the frame…" There is a house in our neighborhood that is particularly intriguing. In a community of conservative bungalows, it looks like a... Continue Reading →
Photo 101- Mystery
Assignment - "Some photos are significant not because of what’s depicted, but because of the mood they create. They communicate an idea that transcends the actual subject of the image". Take this photo, for example. The street is lined with museums and fancy restaurants. This building is easily overlooked and at the same time, stands out like a... Continue Reading →
Photo 101 – Weekend – play with light
Rainy day to complete an assignment based on light. Despite the rain, my limited skill set, and armed only with an iPhone, light cuts through the dim and breathes new life into an otherwise dreary day. These are some of my favorites.
Photo 101 – Warmth
The air has finally grown chilly in Houston. At this point in the Photo 101 course, I'm wondering why I thought I could be an active participant, armed with nothing more than an iPhone. As I marvel over the creativity of my classmates to photograph "warmth", I wander through my neighborhood in search of something... Continue Reading →
“The best and worst days of your life are ahead of you”
This video was forwarded to me, this morning. It was intended for college students and a christian college but it's content pertains to all of us, at any age. Regardless of your religious affiliation, I believe you will find it inspiring. The video runs ten minutes but I smiled throughout, and found it worthwhile. Hope... Continue Reading →
Photo 101 – Landmarks
The British pub across the street has been the backdrop for many photography sessions. We see couples frequently posing inside the classic, red, telephone booth, yet one of my favorite views is located behind the booth.
Photo 101-Connect
I live in the neighborhood of a Catholic University. This photo was taken on my daily walk through campus. I love the juxtaposition of a nun in the traditional brown habit and black veil of the Franciscan Sisters of the Eucharist, using a cell phone. The following excerpts are taking directly from an article posted... Continue Reading →
Photo 101 – Hello Weekend!
My weekend was spent mostly performing and traveling. I was thankful to spend the last hours of the weekend, outdoors, with my husband, walking our dog. The weather was perfect as you will see from my photos. Allow me to introduce you to my neighborhood.
Photo 101-Bliss 2014
For me, there is nothing so blissful as the laugh of a child. Zig Ziglar once said that we should laugh for 30 seconds every day; or 15 seconds, or 60 seconds, honestly I don't remember the time required, but try it. It is difficult to laugh heartily for that long, yet no matter how... Continue Reading →
Show your face and meet your neighbors.
According to a news report out of Ft. Myers, FL, a man purchased a foreclosed home only to find a dead, elderly woman in the bedroom. According to neighbors, she hadn't been seen in years. The last mail in the home was dated 2011. The fact that a woman died, completely unnoticed by anyone for over... Continue Reading →
Living Over The Hill 