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: February 2012
What I Learn From My Dad
My dad celebrated his 83rd birthday Monday. At first glance, most take him for being in his late 60s. I believe his youthfulness results from his northern Italian ancestry as well as a lifetime of organic gardening, home cooking, activity, traveling … Continue reading
Posted in Family, Life
Tagged dad, Father, Great Lakes, Italy, learning, lessons, Life, Meals on Wheels
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Writing for Self vs. Audience
Who do you write for? I don’t mean which publication, company or special interest group. I mean who is your audience? Is it you or is it comprised of various types of people? My audience varies. I have written copy for … Continue reading
Posted in Life, Writers
Tagged art, Arts, Audience, Blog, Creative writing, Writers Resources, writing
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Fat Tuesday Italian Style
My neighbors are owners of Tringali’s Bakery in Warren, Michigan. Their amazing cannoli-filled Paczkis were featured on Fox News. The mocha-flavored, cannoli-filled ones are my absolute favorite. However, Issa and Riff beat me to the two in our box this … Continue reading
Skinny Celebrities May Make Us Feel Better About Ourselves, New Study Shows
What a crock.Read the Article at HuffingtonPost
Marie Colvin Dead: American War Reporter Killed In Syria (VIDEO)
Condolences to the family, friends and colleagues of this very courageous woman and journalist.Read the Article at HuffingtonPost
A WTF Moment: A Call From School You Do NOT Want
I have been battling my two inner voices on whether or not to blab about a WTF moment, I experienced one week ago. One voice keeps saying this is information neighbors need to know. It deals with a rather serious … Continue reading
Inspiration: Light My Fire
Ideas, words, sentences, action and imagery all come from a mix of sources. Whether I am creating for professional or personal accomplishment, influences inside my head connect with what I see, hear, read, watch, feel and experience. What about you? … Continue reading
Posted in Creative Forces, Life
Tagged Connections, inspiration, journey, Life, music
Is Rock Music Dead? Not If Dave Grohl Has Anything To Say About It
I believe true musical talent is measured by an artist’s ability to perform without aid of computers/technology. Rock is alive on my MP3, in my car and everywhere I listen to music. The Foo Fighters deserve the recognition earned. They’re … Continue reading
KISS: Keep it Simply Sweet
It’s funny. I sat down to write this post at 8:30 am. At first, I thought it would be a breeze. It is Valentine’s Day after all; and it’s my day for posting about parenting, marital bliss, friendship and things … Continue reading
Inspiration
Reblogged from Victoria-writes: Loved these and just had to pass them on.
Posted in Life
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