Did anybody catch the story on 60 Minutes on Sunday, about whether homework is actually beneficial to students? I thought I'd throw my 2 cents' worth into the debate, as I can look at the issue from three perspectives. I've experienced homework nightmares as a student, a … [Read more...] about No More Homework Nightmares!
The Joys of Middle Age
Do Qualifications go Out of Date?
With so much focus on careers and education these days, does anybody stop to think that there is such a thing as qualifications becoming out of date? You would think not, but I'm here to tell you they can. In fact, I am living proof :-( . When Qualifications go Out of Date … [Read more...] about Do Qualifications go Out of Date?
Confessions of a Jealous Parent
I've had my run-ins with the green-eyed monster over the years, but after 25 years of marriage I thought I'd slain that dragon once and for all. Turns out I was wrong. In the early days of our marriage, I really struggled with jealousy, particularly when our kids were … [Read more...] about Confessions of a Jealous Parent
Why I Don’t Wear A Watch
My younger self would be amazed to learn that these days, I don't wear a watch. Getting a watch was a big deal when I was growing up, almost a rite of passage. I received my first one as a present for my tenth birthday, and can still remember how hard it was to find one … [Read more...] about Why I Don’t Wear A Watch
Famous Middle Aged Women with Tattoos
It seems nearly every young celebrity has been inked, but I couldn't help wondering if there were many famous middle aged women with tattoos. Of course, the poster girl for middle aged women with tattoos is none other than Angelina Jolie ... although not visible in the photo … [Read more...] about Famous Middle Aged Women with Tattoos