For those not just playing one, Happy Doctors’ Day! Doctors’ Day is a national observance to honor those committed to the care and treatment of our health. It also marks the anniversary of a major medical advancement – the first use of anesthesia in surgery. On March 30, 1842, Dr. Crawford Long first used gas…
As the story goes, Horton is an elephant whose extra-large ears give him super acute hearing to hear a talking speck of dust. He is the only one able to hear the Whos that live on what is not actually a speck of dust, but a microscopic planet, home to Whoville. Compassionate Horton insists he…
I can’t get that guy from Project Runway, Tim Gunn, out of my head sometimes. “Don’t ever buy anything without trying it on!” I agree, Tim! But I am busy. I just don’t have the time to shop, and I’d rather not spend my free time dealing with crowds because the only time I have…
A Friendly Reminder It’s that time of year when you walk into the grocery store and kaboom, a rush a red explodes from the seasonal aisle. And no matter how much DVR, Netflix, Prime or Hulu, nothing can stop the creep of Valentine’s Day messages into your day. Even though we have received ample notifications…
Ever take vacation off work only to come back to the burden of settling back in at work? The mere thought of The Return discourages many from taking the time off or they choose to stay tethered to work while on vacation. This year, I went somewhere far away where Internet access wasn’t readily available.…
Enough already with the colds! My poor 6 year-old son, when teased by his older brother about the snot running out his nose, said, “I know, I can’t help it! When will I stop getting colds? It’s just I get a cold and then I get another one.” (He truly talks this way). One, no…
Only 13 percent of all family-owned businesses make it to the third generation. There are the factors that seem obvious of why the majority of businesses don’t carry on to other family members: no younger generation, no younger generation interested, economic conditions, and more. But who are these 13 percent of businesses that make it,…
I confess I was a little slow to catch on to the holiday spirit this year. Maybe it’s because while still out shopping for essentials, I felt slapped in the face by the holiday marketing spirit prematurely. The month of Black Friday left little time for a casual re-entry. However, I had a pleasing shopping…
Indra Nooyi, Chairman and CEO of Pepsico, said in Fortune magazine when asked about her success in leadership, “Never stop learning. Whether you’re an entry-level employee or a CEO, you don’t know it all. Admitting this is not a sign of weakness. The strongest leaders are those who are lifelong students.” In this same article,…
The table is set, the turkey is served. My friend is seated next to her father-in-law, on his right. “Can you pass the cranberry sauce?” No response. “Can You Pass The Cranberry Sauce?” He turns. “I’m sorry, dear, did you say something? What do you need?” “Oh, just the cranberry sauce please.” (Eat, drink, talk.…
On Thursdays in November and December, Downtown Decatur, GA turns into something magical. During what is called Terrific Thursdays, the town’s shops, restaurants and services go the extra mile to make the season special. From tree lightings, Santa sightings and carols to special in-store events, discounts, and treats, the town feels like something out of…
I love a fluffy bed. In the home design trade, they call it loft. Piled high with pillows, duvet, top sheet, blanket or bedspread. No matter how much I love my duvet in the colder months, it migrates to the foot of the bed because my husband kicks it off. My feet are ice cold,…
I have rambled on before about rods, reels, lines, boots and assorted other gear for hunting tailing Redfish on the coastal marsh flats. I have a few ideas and theories about the fish themselves, some of value, some probably not so much. The Habitat When Redfish spawn, their larva ride the tide inshore into the…
People don’t have enough time in the day, which makes experiencing the Isle of Hope way of living – even if it’s just for a day – worth it. Isle of Hope is a historic coastal community in Savannah, Georgia. It is surrounded by water on a high tide. The heart of this island beats…
We can all tell stories of countless minutes on the phone with the phone company debating your phone plan, or discovering the cheeseburger that never made it into your bag after 20 minutes in line at the fast food restaurant, or standing around waiting for a salesperson to bring your size in the shoe off…