This is really funny – and VERY random. I learned of it from one of my favorite blogs: cVillain
Chicken breaking up a bunny fight
22 Saturday Nov 2008
Posted in Funny, hilarious, Random Ramblings
Monthly Archives: November 2008
Sustainability and the importance of equality in education
14 Friday Nov 2008
Posted in Children, community, family, inspiration, Learning, make a difference
I am SO proud of my sister Linda. She is a teacher at Imago Dei Middle School in Tucson. She and her students participated in the School of the Future Design Competition this past year, and took 3rd place in the country – against all odds.
watch the video:
escapes
13 Thursday Nov 2008
Posted in Adventures, Being Thankful, inspiration, life, travel
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Some photos I took
Hard times for some = opportunities for others
12 Wednesday Nov 2008
Posted in community, life, make a difference, Taking Action
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Have you heard the news? The economy is bad.
If you are fortunate enough to have a good job, a roof over your head, health insurance, and plenty of food in your pantry – you CAN do something. With so many folks falling on hard times it is our responsibility as world citizens to take care of each other. Even by doing small things, we can make a difference. We cannot rely on ‘someone else’ to do these things. So what are you waiting for?
Here are some ideas:
- Donate to Modest Needs
- Support the Capital Area Food Bank (or a food bank in your area)
- Adopt a family in Fairfax County Virginia (use google to find a reputable organization in your area)
- Help an elderly person by spending time or helping them with errands
- Participate in the help the homeless walkathon
There are so many creative ways to help. If you have ideas – let me know! I will write about them here and post them in other places as well.
Stop thinking about yourself and just do it!
Virginia, the Vote, and Inspiration
04 Tuesday Nov 2008
Posted in Being Thankful, community, inspiration, life, make a difference, politics, Taking Action
I am up at 4am. Dressed and ready by 5. Have my coffee in-hand, along with portable soccer chair stepping out the door for what is one of the most exiting, inspiring days of my life. When I arrive at the local high school at about 5:15 am, there are more than 300 folks in line. I have goose bumps.
What inspires me most is the number of young folks, looking very close to 18 – and the diversity in that line. I see so many folks I know from the community – teachers, coaches, neighbors and friends. The feeling is electric – it’s history in the making.
I am inspired today. Inspired and thankful. Thankful to live in a country where we can stand side-by-side with others who we may not agree with, but still show mutual respect. Standing next to neighbors who, in the end, care about the future of this country just as much as I do.
I hope that after today, regardless of the outcome, we can all stand together and do what it takes to make our country strong again.
