Less than seven months and I will be leaving what I have called home for the last five years. It is bittersweet. I cannot wait to leave, but at the […]
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Coming out of the broom closet
I’m a Pagan. There, I said it. But that’s not the end of the story. I’m also a witch and I have been practicing witchcraft for over a decade. I […]
Pay homage
What comes to mind when you think of the term, “a bright idea?” The man who transfixed that burning bulb was known as Thomas Edison, but may be better known […]
Reduce, reuse, recycle
The threes Rs—reduce, reuse, recycle—are what people in my career field of facility management live and abide by. I also live by these rules. In order to be efficient, everyone […]
Life in fast motion
Don’t have a lot going on in your life? You’re probably not that important. That is the mindset of America. We thrive on busyness. We live in a society which […]
Bottom of the barrel
It may surprise you to know I am one of those “swing voters.” I don’t swear allegiance to any one certain party, but it’s no surprise if you’ve read my […]
Keep your standards up
Three years ago, I came to Big Rapids immediately after spending 13 months in Chicago. I definitely appreciate the ability to leave my car wherever I want for as long […]
Dumbing me down
Two hours of my life were wasted watching the vice presidential debate. I thought this debate would be beneficial to help in choosing the best candidate. I wanted to be […]