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Small Voices Incredible Messages

Posted by Joan-Marie Moss on April 15, 2011 Business - Not As Usual, Chicago, Condo Living, That's Life

Apr 152011

I've been thinking since our last post…and that can be incredibly dangerous. Watching the tragedies in Japan; constantly updated news on wars and discord throughout the world; political fiascos in Wisconsin, Ohio, Florida and elsewhere; and, then, President Obama's incredibly uplifting speech this last week… it's enough to leave a writer's head spinning. I had visions of writing about how living in a Chicago condominium gives us first-hand education in what it takes to handle any kind of world event, from natural disasters to catastrophic economic challenges and dealing with "difficult" people. I thought about writing a heartfelt thank you [Click here to see the rest of the story]

Amateur Gardening in a Chicago Condo

Posted by Joan-Marie Moss on March 28, 2011 Chicago, Condo Living, Seniors

Mar 282011

Even if you are living in a condominium in Chicago you can enjoy nature in all its glory. Kitchen gardening yields some delightful surprises without regard to unseasonably cold weather. Geraniums Come To Life This is last year's seed Geranium. I was certain it wouldn't survive but decided to see what would happen with a little patience. I kept it in a sunny window and nurtured it with water and MiracleGro. Today, it's 33 degrees, unseasonably cold for this time of year – even in Chicago. But that's ok. In my kitchen I'm enjoying Spring in all its glory and [Click here to see the rest of the story]

Vote April 5

Posted by Joan-Marie Moss on March 26, 2011 Chicago, In The News

Mar 262011

If we've learned anything this year in areas of politics – it's that INFORMED voting is our single most important responsibility. Misunderstandings and sloppy selections can cost citizens dearly. Not voting can cost us even more. April 5 is election day here in Chicago and the surrounding areas. What we're voting for is local politicians and issues. But there has been precious little information shared with us concerning who is running and what we're voting for. If you're not actively involved in your community you probably won't recognize the names on the ballot. The ballots are singularly un-helpful. Local Politicians [Click here to see the rest of the story]

Chicago Needs A Structural Overhaul

Posted by Joan-Marie Moss on March 14, 2011 Chicago

Mar 142011

I love Chicago and the State of Illinois does have some good qualities – but I deplore the political shenanigans that have gutted this beautiful city. I do hope that Rahm Emanuel and our state politicians, supported by constituents who really care, will work diligently to get us back on track. But it's going to take every one of us to do our part. We learned from our neighbors in Wisconsin what happens when we don't. And, we learned from our own experience what happens when we don't. Now it's time to get busy. We need to turn out in [Click here to see the rest of the story]