I have never been one much for jumping on the bandwagon. I am not a follower of trends or fashion. I will admit to being a bit hesitant to adopt new things or ideas. I believe that is because I… Continue reading

I was writing about idle words which lead into a discussion about bullying. I think we have all been bullied at different times and to different degrees. The one situation I hear often is the ” lone ” child standing… Continue reading

In the book of Mathew it says, every idle word we say will be used to judge us. I don’t think you could argue with that statement. The words we say or write can have a profound effect upon others.… Continue reading

I work with and around a lot of young ladies. They are anywhere from juniors in high school to their early twenties. I hear about the prom and I hear about ” boy ” troubles. Boys are such pigs !… Continue reading

I was sitting on my porch enjoying the early evening air. The weather has provided us with a respite from heat and humidity. I could hear the birds singing and a slight breeze rustled the trees. Then, I heard a… Continue reading

There are times when even though something is not unexpected, it leaves you disappointed. This has happened to me and others here in Greensboro. Some time back, a couple years  ago, a committee was formed. These citizens launched Project Playground.… Continue reading

I listened with interest to the morning news as they explained about a new curfew law. This regulation, passed by the Baltimore city council, goes into effect in just three weeks. It will be one of the toughest in the… Continue reading

Yesterday I officially completed sixty one years of being on this earth. I am indeed fortunate to able to say that. I just learned another childhood schoolmate has passed. The list grows with each passing year. It is a part… Continue reading

Recently I was asked if I believed in angels. My immediate response was, yes. I stand by that response. I do believe we are surrounded by them. I do not necessarily agree with the stereotypical image of what an angel… Continue reading

Maybe it is the result of having lived for 61 years. Perhaps it is nothing more than the changing times. Have I become “set in my ways ? ” Whatever the cause may be I have decided I have put… Continue reading