Category Archives: News

I got this in a forward a week ago: My two youngest have watched the Mathtacular DVDs 1 and 2 over and over. Well, the new 3rd edition came out so I immediately ordered it as they are wonderful supplements … Continue reading →

The blogosphere has included a fair number of posts about 24 in the recent days. I've only seen the first season, but I actually got to edit the pilot episode as an exercise while in film school. In other words, … Continue reading →

I'm adding a new feature to my blog: A Word of the Day! As I come across words with which I am unfamiliar I will post them here. So, this will certainly not be every day--as I have some semblance … Continue reading →

It's amazing to me how we learn about things. I mean, "bailout" wasn't part of my vocabulary until recently. And it appears that another word will soon be added to my growing internal dictionary... Ever heard of a phthalate before? … Continue reading →

Today started off bad and didn't get better. I'm not exactly depressed or upset, but things just haven't been good. Even so, I've keep my smile most of the time. We'll see if I cry tonight. I had a fight … Continue reading →

Words have different connotations, which can cause miscommunication. For instance, if I were to say, "Would you leave a comment on my blog, please," that could be taken as a genuine cry for help or as a mean/whiny demand for … Continue reading →