Tuesday, September 30, 2008

Woman of Power


Today is my mother's birthday...she reaches the milestone of 60 years young. In 60 years, she has achieved quite a bit: graduated college, lived in another country, raised(ing) 7 children (all of them having some sort of college experience or multiple degrees...and in paying jobs), 2 grandchildren, a masters degree, a career, and more...

I don't know how my mother managed all of us when we were young. I appreciate her so much more now that I have to deal with so many individual needs in one day and try to stay sane. She always has time for some advice and a cup of tea, which you always need when you are someone's child.

In the past couple of years since Dan has flown the coup (or at least is a few miles away), I have noticed how much she has come into her own person again, free from the responsibilities of others. She and my dad can now travel, spend time together and enjoy life.

A couple of weeks ago, Mom decided to jet-set to the West coast without Dad to spend time with the girls. Although her time was short, I enjoyed seeing her having fun with us. I even squeezed a Scrabble game out of her (I lost, of course).

I really enjoy every day knowing I have a rock like her to support me. Happy Birthday Mom, you deserve every bit of joy today.

Saturday, September 13, 2008

WOMEN Unite!

PLEASE, PLEASE PLEASE...vote in this election for the most qualified candidate...not because there is a woman on the ticket. I am very nervous hearing this statement made of women voting for McCain/Palin, just because Palin is a woman. I think Hillary worked too hard in her life to make herself a qualified candidate to see her "cracked ceiling" go to a woman just because she was selected as a VP (and I think we know why she was selected).

I have a feeling too that Obama asked Hillary to be a running candidate, but Hillary may see herself a presidential candidate in the future. Give it peace please. PLEASE look at the issues, and how well a candidate can adapt, learn, and move this nation forward.

I get annoyed with playground selection of candidates.

Monday, September 01, 2008

Late Owl

I keep staying up late either reading or watching something on television. Too much stuff to learn and I am addicted to learning. I watched a documentary tonight I want to use in my class when I talk about brain disorders. I am reading a book on our human culture and its relationship to a certain male "member". I find too little time in the day to catch up on everything, but so fascinated I cannot stop trying. Alas, I have to sleep to have enough energy to try again tomorrow.