Now I need to go to Philly
Several years back, we had a trip planned to Philadelphia. Just a quick weekend trip up to check out the town, go to the baseball game, nothing fancy. In fact, it was one of those lovely last-minute deals you can get on airfare. Then Kevin broke his elbow on Friday…
Exhausted!!
Just got back from singing two concerts and I’m so tired, I can barely stay upright to write this post. It was a truly excellent day. I was in a small ensemble singing an acapella version of Girls Just Wanna Have Fun and we nailed it. Always a satisfying feeling…
Creating a “giving” mindset
I’m still mulling this one over. I’ve been involved in organizing charity auctions in the past (strictly silent) and our chorus has a big auction once a year that brings in most of our funds. It involves a live auction and there’s definitely a bit of the bargain-hunting mindset a…
Getting close to vacation time!!
Summer is rapidly approaching, which means vacation time for most people. I don’t have kids (thank goodness!), so I’m not necessarily tied to summer. In fact, I prefer to take vacation during school just to ensure my chosen locale isn’t swamped with out-of-control children whose parents don’t understand their jobs…
Heaven’s Net is Wide
Facts:Date finished: 5-07-08Author: Lian HearnCategory: Historical fictionPublished: 2007Pages: 482Rating: 5/5 Basic Plot:As Shigeru matures to leadership within the Otori clan, he is increasingly disturbed by way the Tohan are allowed to have their way on Otori land. His travels through the Middle Country endear him to his people, who believe…