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 [for the rest of the story, click here]
Travel – at your own peril! Times I yearn for the horse and buggy days. The invention of the car, buses, trains, airplanes changed life on this planet forever. Most of the changes have been very good indeed. We can get places much faster now, see many more of this world's wonders, take work that [for the rest of the story, click here]
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 [for the rest of the story, click here]
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 [for the rest of the story, click here]
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 [for the rest of the story, click here]
The Union fight in Wisconsin and elsewhere is one symptom of an illness that plagues us all.
Questions to ask after the election. We elected representatives to work for us. Do we know where they are and what they’re doing? Do they?
Buyer Beware extends more than just purchases. Who’s watching the store?