Tag Archives: communication
FOOT IN MOUTH DISEASE
Someone once said, “Never put both feet in your mouth at the same time. You won’t have a leg to stand on.” There are many times I’ve found myself saying things I don’t mean or using words that hurt without … Continue reading
FAMILY ROAD TRIPS
This image is close to what it looked like when we traveled with our young children. Unlike today, maps are seldom used. Instead we plug into a GPS or ask SIRI. We included the family dog, because we couldn’t afford boarding, nor … Continue reading
THE BEAT GOES ON
The beat of a different drummer, the rhythm that forms its song, The ratta-tat-tat of the lonely drum, the war call it brings along, Words of engagement underlie, beneath the beating cadence, The march of weary, sole torn feet, continue … Continue reading
I AM OFFENDED BY THAT
Being offended seems to be the phrase of the day in our time. We feel we have the right to express offense at anything we don’t agree with. It doesn’t mean we’re correct in our thinking, it has become a … Continue reading
GIVE UP YOUR PHONE?
My name is Kathy and I’m a phone-aholic. I’ve become part of the new generation. I spend way too much time on my phone. I never thought this would happen to me, but it has and now I’m going to … Continue reading
COMMUNICATION
With all the new technology and instant information, I think communication has taken a big hit. We’ve grown to depend on text messaging, e-mailing, Facebook and other sites on the internet to speak to one another. What’s missing? You can’t … Continue reading
JUST ASK HIM …
Last night, as I restlessly made it through the night, my mind slipped in and out of prayer. I’ve been battling a virus that won’t give up and causes coughing streaks that interrupt anything going on around me. I guess … Continue reading
HOW TO BE A GOOD PARENT
I’d like to say, that after 75 years of living, I am an example of what a good mother should be. I’d like to say that, but unfortunately I’d be lying. Everything I did as a parent was merely by … Continue reading
AND THEN IT BEGAN
On March 10, 1876, Alexander Graham Bell spoke these words into his new invention – the telephone – “Mr. Watson, come here. I want to see you.” The rest of course is history, but I do wonder what Mr. Bell would think … Continue reading
STOP IT, STOP IT, STOP IT!!
“It is better to keep your mouth closed and let people think you are a fool than to open it and remove all doubt.” Mark Twain I live in one of those predominantly activist type towns. I’m not proud of … Continue reading
TECHNOLOGY ADDICT
Hi, my name is Kathy and I’m a technoholic. I never thought I would have to admit this. Thought I could keep it hidden from the rest of the world, but the truth has finally hit me. I’ve decided to … Continue reading
THE NEW INTERNET – YOU
Live up to your potential; don’t give up; set goals; be all that you can be. Good advice to give our children, right? Even before they’re born, we start thinking about their futures and what they will be when … Continue reading
