Public television has been providing cultural, informational, and educational programming for decades. Sesame Street helped me learn my ABCs and how to count. Mr. Rogers taught me what it meant to be a good neighbor. Reading Rainbow made reading relevant and cool. These programs were a huge part of my childhood and the childhood of… Continue reading May I Take Your Pledge?
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Science, Education, and Smiles
I remember back to my days in school and there are very few fond memories of science class. It was a subject that never really sparked my interest. It was difficult and, at times, boring. I am sure there are many others who share my feelings. I am also confident that an organization in our… Continue reading Science, Education, and Smiles
The Center for Nonviolence
Every day, we hear stories of domestic violence. Many of the stories that grab headlines feature celebrities who batter and abuse. We all know the story of singers Chris Brown and Rihanna. A celebrity couple whose arguments became violent and Rihanna ended up with visible bruises and cuts to the face. This example of domestic… Continue reading The Center for Nonviolence
Random Acts of Kindness
When we think about volunteering and serving others, we often assume that we must invest a lot of time and money. This assumption could keep us from getting involved in our community and help others in need. Do we really need to give up all of our time and money to positively impact others? The… Continue reading Random Acts of Kindness
A Daily Meal
In 2010, over 17 million households in the United States were food insecure. Almost 50 million people in a situation in which they might not have food to eat. These numbers are very difficult to comprehend. I am not surprised by them knowing that many Americans have struggled over the last few years with the sluggish… Continue reading A Daily Meal
Until Everyone Comes Home
How do you say thank you to the brave men and women who serve our country? How do show them how much we appreciate all that they do to provide us the freedoms we enjoy? For almost 70 years, the USO has provided a tangible way for individuals to express their gratitude for military personnel. … Continue reading Until Everyone Comes Home
The Center of Health Education
I will be the first to admit that I am not an example of healthy living. On average, I sleep 4 to 5 hours a night. My eating habits could be described as horrible. I do not eat vegetables. Actually, I think that candy might be the only green colored item that I eat. My… Continue reading The Center of Health Education
Go Red for Women
Volunteering for a cause that touches you personally is a special occasion. This week, we had the opportunity to experience those feelings as we volunteered with the American Heart Association. This organization's mission to "build healthier lives free of cardiovascular diseases and stroke" is important to our family. Heart disease runs within our family and… Continue reading Go Red for Women
The Search for Phragmites
It was a chilly, overcast Monday morning. I put on multiple layers of clothing, including three pairs of socks, as I prepared for my Odyssey in search of Phragmites. Unlike the Greek hero Odysseus, my journey in search of Phragmites would not take ten years to complete. In just a few hours, I was able to… Continue reading The Search for Phragmites
Hugs Not Drugs
As parents, we strive to teach our children everything that we can about the ins and the outs of life. Their growth and development is our number one priority at all times. We want them to learn from our experiences and our mistakes so that they are prepared to face similar challenges as they age. … Continue reading Hugs Not Drugs
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