This video of Texas legislators voting multiple times on bills ought to make citizens hopping mad. At election time we look at our lawmaker’s voting records, but how do we really know that they truly voted for the things that are on their record? Read More →
Compared to the rest of developed nations, U.S. companies offer less family friendly options than many nations. I’m torn on what to think of this, though. For example, one of the areas where the United States was accused of being un-family friendly is in the area of breastfeeding. There is no federal legislation guaranteeing the right of a woman to breast-feed at work. But there are state... [Read more]
From SaveDarfur.org: Did you know that 2.5 million people have been driven from their homes in Darfur, Sudan? Each day, they face threats that are hard for us to even imagine including rape, disease, and starvation. These people need our help to put an end to the genocide and they need it NOW. Please join me in taking the first step to stopping the violence. Sign the Save Darfur Coalition’s... [Read more]
I’m curious what others think about this. A family returning home from Florida was removed from their flight when their three year old child would not take her seat. The airline says the flight was already running 15 minutes late but does not specify whether that was because of the little girl’s tantrum or because of the airline’s own issues. It also doesn’t say whether they... [Read more]
This website has fabulous pictures from the day Pearl Harbor was attacked. I suggest taking a look. It also has a breakdown of the ships that were sunk and lives that were lost. Read More →
Today marks what may well be the last gathering of Pearl Harbor survivors. 7:55 this morning marked the 65th anniversary of the attack that marked the beginning of World War II involvement for the United States. I really hope that there will be a 70th anniversary meeting for the men, who gather every 5 years, but most members are in their 80s. I think we all ought to take a moment today to remember... [Read more]
Graduate journalism students at prestigious Columbia University are upset after rumors circulated at the school and in the media that one or more members of a media ethics course cheated on an exam. Some are concerned that the scandal will taint their degree from Columbia– a degree which costs close to $100,000 to obtain. The professor of the course is giving a make-up question of sorts, dealing... [Read more]
As many of you with small children probably know, The Wiggles are down a man. Yellow Wiggle, Greg Page, is leaving The Wiggles due to illness and will be replaced by Sam Moran. Greg is suffering from orthostatic intolerance, which causes dizziness, fatigue and nausea. Greg is a favorite Wiggle in our house and will be missed. Here’s hoping he makes a full recovery soon. Read More →
There is a recent trend towards birth control methods that eliminate your period. Initially, this was done as a way to avoid having a period for big events, such as weddings, honeymoons, etc. Now, you don’t need a reason. Products, like Seasonale, allow women to only have a period four times a year. New products on the horizon would eliminate a period altogether. So, that’s great,... [Read more]
Another 60-something is expecting a baby and, no, it’s not Mick Jagger or Rod Stewart. Patricia Rashbrook, a 63 year old child psychologist, is seven months pregnant. I wonder what makes 60 year old women decide that it’s a good time to have a baby. Is it an attempt to regain their youth? Shouldn’t they be preparing to be grandparents, which can be a full time experience (just... [Read more]