Archive | October, 2008

In the Spirit of Unity and Positivity

Thanks to Traineo, I found a link to this awesome site called 43 Things that allows users to list goals, write entries and updates about their set goals, and to connect with, compare, and cheer on the large community of other goal-setters. My list is up to 5 now…and so many more to come! There’s [...]

Throughout Time Weather has Shaped the Course of History…

and now you can learn all about famous examples on this amazing show, When weather Changed History. From the sinking of the Titanic to the Challenger disaster…awesome. Currently watching the Hindenburg episode…and wow.

Unprecedented

Obama, infomercial style – tonight at 8pm EST. Tune in!

Special Report: How We Treat the Animals We Eat

Lisa Ling rocks! The Oprah show featured a special report she did on where food really comes from, and it’s incredibly interesting. A farm boy himself, Nicolas Kristof, has some very interesting things to say that shed light on the importance of protecting animals from cruelty, even if you still enjoy eating a hamburger. Gag, [...]

Guess What?

I have a current favorite blog that just spoke someserious truth, and I think you should check it out, too! Growing up is a strange thing, indeed…sometimes I am amazed to look at my calendar and see such practical events and reminders, like “call ADT” and “send thank you cards”. I am still amazed that [...]

Scary Times

As economy issues continue to build, even my beloved hospital, MCCG, is not immune to the ill effects. This has been a shaky week for many employees due to the cutbacks that have spawned several layoffs, from top to bottom. Fortunately, my job as a hands-on nurse involved in direct patient care is safe and [...]

New Shoes!

The results of a lovely weekend shopping spree with my mom

100 Years

Tonight we will celebrate our beautiful historic home’s 100th birthday with a belated housewarming, complete with cocktails, cake, and ice cream!

Big $pender

Palin’s shopping spree is now out in the open. Wonder if this chunk of change was spent with good old Joe the Plumber in mind, and for the greater good of the rest of the American people, too? Blegh, I was so hoping this was a farce, but it is looking more and more accurate. [...]