The word icon has been used freely in the last week by the media in every known form of communication as they wrote about the deaths of Farrah Fawcett and Michael Jackson. As I researched about icon I read that it was a picture or image that represents another object by its related characteristics or…
After almost a year of hearing so many people give differing opinions about The Shack by William P. Young, I have finally read the book for myself. I am glad that I did. I do not read just books that reflect or encourage my personal Christian beliefs. I read some books that challenge me. They…
ISBN-10: 0743292855 For homestyle, I-want-to-say-I-love-you cooking, no one does it better than Paula Deen. This book does not disappoint with recipes planted throughout the chapters that are a promise away from tasty! This book is Paula’s memoirs of her often tragic but finally victorious life. However, in recommending this book I would have to place…
I did not write any comments when the Da Vinci Code came out. I did not read it or see the movie. I may make Guinness’s record book! Now there is a second installment, Angels and Demons. I won’t read it or see that movie either. It isn’t that I am concerned that I will…
As Michael Douglas said in American President, choosing who I vote for as president, senator, county commissioner, or any other elected official has “everything to do with character”. I voted for George W. Bush in 2000 and 2008 primarily based on my choice of George W. Bush’s character over his opponents. In a msnbc.com article…
ISBN-10: 0310289025 If you haven’t lived in a cave or given up TV as a spiritual fast, you have probably seen at lead one episode of TLC’s Jon and Kate Plus 8 reality show. Some episodes seem very comedic as you watch a day in the life with a family that has eight children under…
Please take time today to read a commentary by actor, Gary Sinise, “We can’t do enough for our veterans” on cnn.com. Mr. Sinise has made it his ‘ministry’ to encourage our men and women in the military around the world. Going thousands of miles a year, he brings a sincere handshake, some music, and messages…
I recently read an article from oprah.com, “Saying No at Work” by Suzy Welch. It was very interesting as I have held a professional position for 30 years now. I am at the stage in my life when taking an assessment of my life would be appropriate. It brings to mind choices I have made…
The Alamo movies On Tuesday, Barack Obama will become the 44th President of the United States. Before he has taken office, he has an over 70% approval rating. Arguably expectations may have never been higher for what the American people, maybe even around people around the world, believe this president can do to make everything…
My heart is saddened this morning as I read that John and Kelly Travolta’s son has died at the age of 16. It was a saddened and unexpected death of a child who had some health issues. There is an investigation that is ongoing to determine the exact cause of his death. The Travolta’s are…