Aspirations for 2012 for This Carolina Girl
In my last post I reflected on the GREAT year that was in my life – 2011. I honestly can’t fathom how 2012 can top that unless… I actually meet Scotty McCreery…which being from the same town & running many of the same circles (to some extent) you’d have thought that would’ve already happened but … Read more
Reflections of 2011
Last year I reflected on events around the world. Since this year was a banner year in my own life, I want to spend some time just thinking backwards as to why it was. As I do, I smile. In January, I got to volunteer at the 2011 NHL All Star Game right here in … Read more
The World vs NCAA March Madness
Iraq. Afghanistan. Libya. The Middle East and North Africa (in general). Earthquakes in New Zealand and Japan causing mass destruction, taking countless lives in their path, and spawning tsunamis and nuclear disasters. Then, there’s March Madness. My heart aches for the world today. Maybe it’s because I’m getting older and I’m recognizing the immense gratefulness … Read more
Raleigh Rolled Out the Red Carpet for the NHL All Star Game and I Was There!
It was a once in a lifetime opportunity that I just could not pass up! For two years now, I have been volunteering my expertise and skills to (and for) worthy causes in the Triangle. From helping with the promotions team for Wordcamp RDU to being the volunteer coordinator for all three Ignite events (two … Read more
Hard-Working Unemployed And Hopeful – Yes That Fits
This is about to be THE most personal blog post I’ve written in a while but I’m inspired to write today because of what I just experienced. It confirms that while the economy is improving (albeit slowly), the dynamics of the job market haven’t really changed (which is also evidenced by the Bureau of Labor … Read more
