Maggie's Thoughts

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Wednesday, June 24, 2009

Weird People Do Weird Things...

Frequently I find I am amused, sometimes disturbed, by the strangeness of our actions as a collective species. Regularly I am told or witness acts of "weirdness"- for lack of anything else to call them. Sometimes funny, sometimes strange and sometimes just plain scary! Case in point, my second... Sign in to see full entry.

Tuesday, June 23, 2009

I'm So Very Excited for My Daughter!

Today, my youngest daughter attended her day of college classes! I am not sure she realizes the implications of this yet, but today she began a new journey of her life - a great adventure where she will be exposed to ideas and thoughts foreign to her. She is going to meet individuals yearning to... Sign in to see full entry.

Sunday, June 21, 2009

I Always Knew Who I Wanted to Be

I always knew who I wanted to be, a writer and educator with all the world to see Fair and honest, I would pass any test, Kind and compassionate to all who were left. I always knew who I wanted to be But the world has gotten the best of me. Surrounded by people, supposedly friends, They are the one... Sign in to see full entry.

The Ducks - Bonnie and Clyde

There is no way to overstate the fact that I am a tender-hearted fool. This said, it becomes obvious that when my oldest daughter and her boyfriend showed up with two baby ducklings (in a mop bucket) and proudly handed them to me as a gift, I could not refuse. After all, my daughter claimed I had... Sign in to see full entry.

Friday, June 19, 2009

What Has Happened to the Family?

I have the great honor of working as a front desk agent for a medium-sized motel in Florida owned and operated by a husband and wife who have been married for more than 30 years. We are a close-knit group of friends and share each other's triumphs and tragedies. I care deeply for each of these... Sign in to see full entry.

Monday, June 15, 2009

How Little I Knew When I Thought I Knew Everthing!

Twenty-one years ago, I thought I knew everything and was certain I would be the world’s best mother ever so I convinced my husband it was time for us to start our family. I spent the duration of my pregnancy buying items our child would just have to have and decorating the nursery. Except for five... Sign in to see full entry.

Saturday, June 13, 2009

Just a thought......Internet access, cell phones, text messaging, etc. are all marvelous inventions full of potential to educate people, save lives and keep families "connected." Endless information and knowledge can quickly and easily be obtained with only a few keystrokes and clicks of button--How... Sign in to see full entry.

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