Today is the day in the US where we celebrate the life and legacy of Martin Luther King, Jr. For those of you in other countries who may not be familiar with the legacy of MLK, there is a great lesson plan that you can read on the HP Teacher’s Exchange. I (more…)
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MLK Day, Prejudice and Racism
Monday, January 18th, 2010
Remembering 9 – 11
Friday, September 11th, 2009Today was Grandparent’s Day at my grandchildren’s school. As I dressed to go spend my day with them, I deliberately chose a red blouse with USA emblazoned in sequins on the front. Why the red blouse? Why wear the sequined “USA” for an elementary school function? Because, today is September 11th. (more…)
FTY720 (Fingolimod) – New Oral Medication for Multiple Sclerosis!
Monday, August 10th, 2009The news for Multiple Sclerosis patients just keeps getting better and better. Another pharmaceutical company has joined the race to be first-to-market with a new oral medication for the treatment of Multiple Sclerosis. 
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Overcoming Acts of Discouragement
Tuesday, July 28th, 2009There must have been something in the water. Or, perhaps it was simply the overwhelming heat. (more…)
Happy Fourth of July America – I Miss You
Saturday, July 4th, 2009Today is July 4th – our Independence Day. As I write this post, I’m cooking fajitas, cutting up watermelon and waiting on the arrival of children and grandchildren to celebrate. I love this country and this holiday. My family immigrated to America in 1645. (more…)
Painting Your Hair
Thursday, April 16th, 2009In my “night life,” (you know, the life that happens after you put in your 14-hour day and finally get to go home and before you log back in on the computer to work another couple of hours before you finally get to sleep) I am a closet musician. Whether by sheer dumb luck, persistence or the fact that I fell at their knees and promised to (more…)
Perception Versus Reality
Sunday, April 12th, 2009Perception Versus Reality - The Poll Results are In!
I asked the question earlier whether or not Corporate America really targets older workers during times of layoffs. (See Is 50 the New 30?) I certainly seem to know a disproportionate number of displaced “older” workers. Please note that I use the term “older” very loosely (more…)
Great Comments!
Wednesday, April 8th, 2009Hello all…
Thank you so much to everyone for all of the comments received through email to the first blogs! The response has been great and I’m very appreciative. Thank you so much to those who have posted comments. What totally wonderful advice for all of us. I loved hearing your thoughts and perspective. (more…)
Financial Tips to Prepare for a Layoff or Unforseen Job Loss
Monday, April 6th, 2009The current economic state of our nation is of particular interest to me right now. My husband was laid off the first week of January, 2009. I must say that it was not without some measure of warning. In December, 2007, his company gave a most unwelcome Christmas gift (more…)
Is 50 the New 30? (If so, who forgot to tell corporate America?)
Monday, April 6th, 2009I remember reading somewhere a few years ago that 50 was now considered the new “30.” Wow! As someone who was on the top-side of 40 and rapidly approaching the magic five-0, this sounded too good to be true! What excellent news! (more…)