About Me
I am a mom, writer, advocate, wife, daughter, sister, aunt, cousin, in-law, outlaw, friend, neighbor, Michigander, Detroit sports fan, moviegoer, music lover, global thinker, and suburbanite of Detroit. I love my husband, children, family, friends, neighbors, dog, country, planet, and Italian-Irish heritage.
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Monthly Archives: September 2011
Bathroom Science Talk
My daughter, Issa (8), loves science. Currently, her primary topic of interest is space. Dinosaurs, snakes, grasshoppers and weather also rank in the top five slots. Last week the Detroit Science Center succumbed to the economic woes our entire nation … Continue reading
Posted in Life
Tagged Detroit, Detroit Science Center, economy, Education, learning, Planetariums, science, talk
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‘One For The Money’: Katherine Heigl Gets Tough (VIDEO)
Love this series. I don’t believe the movie will be nearly as entertaining as the books. But, I’m interested to see it. Gun-wielding Grandma Mazur and Lulu are so funny.Read the Article at HuffingtonPost
I Love Football
I love football. Nothing compares to the unmatched athleticism during local high school, Big Ten and NFL match-ups. Plus, memories near and far make each season. My favorites include: Pumping fists and exchanging high-fives with Riff when the Detroit Lions make … Continue reading
Posted in Life, Work It Out
Tagged Detroit, Detroit Lions, football, Sports, University of Michigan, Waldo Stadium
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Thoughts About Children and Multiple Choices
I believe in giving my children choices. It teaches them how to make choices; good vs. bad choices; rewards and consequences; and accountability. But, yesterday, I learned a lesson: I detest multiple choice. It is a tricky business that must be taught with care. … Continue reading
Posted in Life, Spirited Parenting
Tagged children, choices, family, Life, Multiple choice, parenting, thoughts
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Thoughts About Music and the Foo Fighters
Music is a gift. Those who are able to create and share it in a way that connects us to each other is remarkable. I feel sad for those who close their ears and minds to experiencing all music can … Continue reading
Posted in Creative Forces, Life
Tagged Arts, Dave Grohl, Foo Fighters, music, Palace of Auburn Hills, Rock
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Healing From Loss
How do I help when the loss is so tragic; understand when the pain is beyond comprehension; comfort when the hurt is so deep; answer when there are none? Death is tough. I have been touched — often and recently — from the … Continue reading
Love to My Big Beautiful Family
A few weekends ago, my Aunt Kate and I sat around a bonfire at her lake house. We discussed many subjects. One was our big beautiful family; and the importance of maintaining connections with one another. We agreed, no matter … Continue reading
Life Replays: Remembering 2nd Grade
Last night I attended Open House at Issa’s school. She began second grade, Tuesday. My second-grade year began 32 years ago at North Hill Elementary, which is in the Rochester Community Schools District and to the west of where I … Continue reading
Posted in Life, Replays
Tagged Education, elementary school, K through 12, parenting, school, Second grade, Teacher
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Beginnings
Well, here I am. The first day of school year 2011-2012 is done. It is history. Issa made it her bus stop, school and classroom on time. The morning was absent of the usual household drama about eating breakfast, getting … Continue reading
Congressmen Skip Out On Town Halls After Facing Voter Opposition
We the people are speaking. Instead of running away from us and our opposing viewpoints, lawmakers ought to be paying attention. Some of us actually have valid questions and ideas. Also, since we are their employers, we should have the … Continue reading
