12 Charities in 2011: February – Heifer International
For years, I have received the Heifer International catalog in the mail around Christmas time. Every year, I open the catalog, marvel at the charity’s great work and powerful mission, and save the catalog until about June, when I disappointingly recycle it and pledge to donate next year. I’m delighted, therefore, to let you know [...]
Take Chances On Today
My friend, whose blog is here, also is dealing with a family tragedy this week. She posted this reminder on her triathlon training page today and I liked it so much I wanted to share: “… you never know when your time will be up. So, make the most of being here, now. Tell [...]
Why is Gas So Expensive?
I drove to work this morning for the first time ever at this office - I usually take public transportation - and noticed I need to fill up my tank, which is going to set me back about $50 this week. The following post from One New Voice really spoke to me today, so I wanted to share. One [...]
A Character-Building Week
It’s only Tuesday, but it feels like an eternity has already gone by this week. My uncle passed away peacefully on Sunday night at the hospital, surrounded by family. They got him to smile before he departed by playing songs by Johnny Cash, Loretta Lynn, Doug Kershaw, and George Jones. Hopefully he’s gone to a [...]
Life and Death and Financial Planning
As I sit down to write this, gloomy freezing raindrops and gray skies mirror the intensely serious and stormy mood that’s taken hold of my loved ones this February. Conversations are enveloped in worry, weary out-of-town relatives split time between hospitals and homes, and the notions of love, loss, and responsibility weigh heavy on all [...]
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