As the birthday balloons hovered like silent centurions, chirpy conversation wove its way through the air, vibrant and alive. My grandmother's perfume invaded my nose with ferocity, igniting both recoil and affection. Against this celebratory backdrop, with awed respect and reverence, I approached my great...
Anthropology is ranked as #1 worst college major? (Note taken to pass to the next generation). Harlingen, TX is the one of the cheapest US cities to live? Let’s see if we can find a job there. I am a sucker for Top 10 lists...
The nasty bug is back: THE FLU. Reports of the influenza epidemic have run rampant throughout media coverage the past weeks, meanwhile, just this morning the city of Boston declared a state of emergency with over 700 confirmed cases. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention...
The television show "Hoarders" premiered on HBO with 2.5 millions viewers tuning in. If you are like me, somewhat behind on the cutting edge TV shows, you will ask "What exactly is the premise and trajectory of such a show?" Each show gives a glimpse...
Time to break out the treadmill, measuring tape, and logbook: It’s January 2nd 2013. “Happy New Year” is easily shouted on New Years Eve, whilst the still small voice murmurs the next day holds a change, a new horizon to pursue. Exercise more. Eat healthy (which equates...
Twas the week before Christmas and all through the houseall Creatures were scurrying with spirits aroused for the timeline to Christmas rushed closer each dayPresents and family and extravagant soireesTo do lists lengthened like unraveling clothWhile stresses conquered in evergreen and mauveWhy the crazy fuss and...
As eggnog makes its appearance onto grocery shelves and cinnamon settles in for the long haul of winter, the holiday topic of sustenance and libations are near the forefront of every conversation. Long standing traditions and authentic recipes are discussed while standing in front of...
These days many people equate the word 'overwhelming' with the Christmas season. While orchestral sleigh bell music rings and dreams of an idealistic White Christmas invade, the simple reality is the dreaded "TO DO" list crowds most of our thoughts. Gifts? Food? Travel plans? Budgets?...
Craaaaaaaaack. I inwardly shuddered. The popping sound reminded me of a muffled gunshot grated on my nerves and catapaulted me into a daydream of broken bones, necks, and limp rag dolls. Haunted Halloween house? Nope. More like a visit to the chiropractor's office. Even with proven successes and...
There's more to be thankful for than just turkeys. Although, that's a hard competition. A recent article poked some amiable fun at the tradition of sharing "What we are thankful for" around the Thanksgiving table. The author, using a somewhat mocking tone, focuses on our cultural...