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Letters of Love #1

Published on June 20, 2011 By Administrator

My dearest child, I know you have had a difficult week, and I know you are struggling. I recall the words of the lullaby my mother sang to me (I don’t know the author): Little one, you’re crying I know why you’re blue Someone took your kiddie-car away Time to go to sleep now Little [...]

_____ Hair Days

Published on August 12, 2010 By MartaLis

Growing up, I’ve lived in a very, very hot and humid place. I also place a great deal of importance on my physical appearance. So, often, I will wake up in the morning and work very hard on my hairstyle, in order to achieve the ever-desirable smooth, sleek, brunette bombshell look. Since I’ve somehow managed [...]

It’s late, and I really don’t know what to title this blog…

Published on April 29, 2010 By MartaLis

Blah! Sorry! I let my day get away from me. Anyways, just a few short thoughts this evening. Remember that “state of transition” I talked about last week? Well, it’s still there, just to let you know (in fact, there’s even talk of adding it to the Union!–just kidding). And in this state, there are [...]

perrrrspeeeectiiiiivvvvveeee

Published on April 26, 2010 By Administrator

Okay, so I had a little bit of fun with my title today, but I wanted to bring home the point that a little change in your perspective can go a long way…! For one of my children’s recent birthdays, the child’s only request was that we be “outside.”  Since the weather is beautiful right [...]

My Blind Side

Published on April 8, 2010 By MartaLis

I recently watched the movie “The Blind Side” for the first time. For those of you unfamiliar with the film, it’s about a young man from the inner city who is taken in by a well-to-do family, and who eventually grows up to achieve success as a college student and later as a pro football [...]

Livin’ on a Prayer (& a little bit of chocolate)

Published on March 1, 2010 By Administrator

Pardon me a little childhood reflection, please.  My Aunt PK took me with her to a lot of cool places when I was younger.  We went to late movies, to the mall, and on road trips together.  I loved being with her.  We would often roll down the windows and crank up the music and [...]