The other day, we had a problem with both the computers the kids use. I recognize that it is precisely because the kids use these computers that they have problems but……..what are ya going to do?

Because the man in the house was not home at the time, the girls decided to just walk away from the problem, waiting until he came home to ask him to fix it. Of course, I have a couple of problems with this plan. (read more…)

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Yes, I’ve been eavesdropping again and this post was inspired by yet another conversation I was privy to because people are not often discreet and will say all kinds of things within earshot of others without concern for who’s listening or what they might do with the information gleened. Thank God.

So this random woman was (read more…)

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Yeeeess, I read my horoscope in the paper each day. Although poo poo’d by many, I frequently find wisdom therein. Through the Gannett News Service comes Holiday Mathis with thought provoking horoscopes if you’re into that stuff. Check it out… http://www.holidaymathis.com/ Yesterday’s (okay not yesterday ’cause I’m like three days behind on papers but recently anyway) got right to the heart of my business. The message was “There’s a difference between thinking about something and thinking it through.” How very true.

My friend Dave frequently (read more…)

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People are fond of saying they “support” their kids. What exactly does that mean? Does it mean they defend them no matter what they do? That they attend all their school functions or athletic events? Maybe it’s quite literal and their 30 year old is bunking on their couch! As with most things, balance and perspective are needed. Here’s why. (read more…)

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Last night I went to hear a presentation on ADHD and how it effects relationships. The topic is probably irrelevant because it’s what happens after these kinds of things that drives me crazy. (read more…)

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Everything, if you want to capture a person’s attention or make a good impression. Here’s how a large national company dropped the ball. (read more…)

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