Final speech

It is no easy feat—as I have learned—to cram a 16-week course into just 36 hours. We took this class because nurses, pharmacists, and other aspiring scientists must communicate effectively. We took this class because elementary school math teachers, actors and marketing whiz kids must keep our interest through precise forms of speech—even for those [...]

Filled Under: School

Slow motion shock

I was asked by a prospective client to provide her a list of references from past clients I’ve had.  So I went to the drawer where I store my files and grabbed a few I know would like to chat about their care with me and their home births.  I caught the name of a [...]

Filled Under: Work

Saturday, an apt title

I’ve just printed out the 4 study guides for my Music History/Appreciation class quizzes that I must take.  I promised to do them while my husband and kids are out getting fried in the sun.  Instead I am enjoying a rare glass of milk with a package of chocolate covered peanuts and pretzel twists.  It [...]

Filled Under: Dreams, School

Summer school

On Monday I will be done with my Public Speaking class.  We will have completed a 16 week class in 13 days (39 hours of class not counting speech prep time).  Whew.  It was tough.  I earned an A.  I could skip Monday’s speech, a dedication, and still get an A.  Of all the possible [...]

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Movie review

We saw a few movies over the weekend and the reviews are as follows: Indiana Jones and the Kingdom of the Crystal Skull:  I liked it.  Who doesn’t like Indiana Jones? The Incredible Hulk:  My son loved it, my eyes were bleeding by the end of it. The Happening:  I was so looking forward to [...]

Filled Under: Endless Summer