Lol". "Brb." "Smh." These phrases are commonly sent through email, Facebook, and texting. These quick forms of communication are great, except they do not have a personal touch. Handwritten letters have this touch, and this makes them the best form of communication. Before I go into why, I do ...
Hollywood actress Jamie Lee Curtis has been married for 31 years - consecutive ?- to the same man. Exclamation point. In Hollywood, this is a big deal. Heck, it's a big deal anywhere.Putting up with someone ?- and more importantly them putting up with you - for a really long time requires ...
We should do all that we can to help more workers and their families join Iowa's middle class.As 2015 comes to an end, Iowa continues its recovery from the national economic recession. We're making steady progress, but many Iowans are still out of work or unable to find the jobs they ...
Cars are an amazing creation. Each one provides a different flavor than the next, but together these cars make up a wonderful ecosystem. Some go fast, some go slow, and some go just right. Last time, I wrote about the Lincoln Continental, Ford Thunderbird, and the Shelby Mustang. These are all ...
My talents never cease to amaze me. Multi-talents, actually; I am multi-talented and living in a household where my elaborate skills are acknowledged and revered. Well, maybe not revered, but they are used on a daily basis.There are certain things - many things - at which I excel. I am so good ...
We should do all that we can to help more workers and their families join Iowa's middle class.As 2015 comes to an end, Iowa continues its recovery from the national economic recession. We're making steady progress, but many Iowans are still out of work or unable to find the jobs they ...
Cars are an amazing creation. Each one provides a different flavor than the next, but together these cars make up a wonderful ecosystem. Some go fast, some go slow, and some go just right. Last time, I wrote about the Lincoln Continental, Ford Thunderbird, and the Shelby Mustang. These are all ...
My talents never cease to amaze me. Multi-talents, actually; I am multi-talented and living in a household where my elaborate skills are acknowledged and revered. Well, maybe not revered, but they are used on a daily basis.There are certain things - many things - at which I excel. I am so good ...
I wrote about Christmas gifts and Christmas specials so time to finish off the trilogy. Can you hear the music in the distance? It is time for another edition of the Music Battle Royale! This special edition consists of two memorable Christmas duets. In the eggnog corner is Bing Crosby and ...
It's that special time of year and we're a nation in anticipation. My family is experiencing the same star-laden excitement as the rest of the country and I'm not talking about deciding who gets to place the topper on the tree. The newest Star Wars premiere is coming soon to a theater near ...