Laugh Yourself Silly

I’ve made a crucial decision. Instead of nuking up another Lean Cuisine & staring blankly out my window on my lunch break, I’m heading down the street to Hallmark — at least once a week. After all, it’s quiet … and it smells good … and hey, I might actually get my hands on some [...]

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The Idol Hangover

American Idol. What can I say? I’m a huge fan. Besides the occasional inappropriate bikini girl contestant or cursing goth guy, it’s usually just good ol’ family fun. The American Bandstand of the 21st century. I’m sure everyone has a program that they look forward to sometime during the week but for us, Idol is [...]

No Phone Zone. Can You Do It?

Did you know that at any given moment, during daylight hours, more than 800,000 vehicles are being driven by someone using a cell phone? Studies show that 16 people are killed each day from distracted drivers. I know, it is alarming and I’m ashamed to say I am as guilty as the next person. But [...]

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Women Entrepreneurs

Women are launching businesses at twice the rate of men, and they are doing it primarily for lifestyle reasons — they want more freedom, flexibility, and creativity in their lives. Studies have found a definitive link between launching a business and higher self-esteem and happiness. Starting a business may not be for everyone, but I [...]

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Teacher Gifts: We’ve Asked … They’ve Spoken!

It’s that time of year again when we all go searching for the classic “World’s Best Teacher” coffee mug. Or how about the “A+ Teacher notepad” donning the bright red apple. Sound familiar? This time, before you head out, put yourself in the teacher’s shoes … is that what YOU would want to receive after [...]

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