Monthly Archives: April 2014

Blogging A to Z — P: Pornography

Posted on April 18, 2014 by renbog

Well, that got your attention, didn’t it? I’m just gonna put it out there — I don’t know why people have hang-ups about porn. If you don’t like it, then don’t read it or watch it or look at it. … Continue reading →

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Blogging A to Z — O: Over

Posted on April 17, 2014 by renbog

I am 47 years old and I know there are some things that are just OVER. Some are easy to get past and give up; some are a little more difficult and disappointing.   Ten things I know are over: … Continue reading →

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Blogging A to Z — N: Nebraska

Posted on April 16, 2014 by renbog

Nebraska isn’t a state that a lot of people give much thought. Most people think of Nebraska as flat, boring, and “podunk”. Well, as someone who lived in Nebraska for about 6 years, I can tell you that, yes, there … Continue reading →

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Blogging A to Z — M: Miller Time

Posted on April 15, 2014 by renbog

I’m definitely not talking about the beer! I’m talking about my friends. Since becoming involved with the Blackhawks games when my daughter left for college and my husband needed an new companion for the games, I have gotten to know … Continue reading →

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Blogging A to Z — L: Lips of an Angel

Posted on April 14, 2014 by renbog

The song “Lips of an Angel” by Hinder was released in 2006 and was a huge hit. My husband once asked me why I liked the song so much, and in fact, he wondered why so many women liked the … Continue reading →

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Blogging A to Z — K: KKKKK (as in 5K)

Posted on April 12, 2014 by renbog

I am writing this just after finishing a 2 mile run. The weather is perfect for an outdoor run — mid 50’s, slight breeze, slightly overcast. And I felt good the entire 2 miles. My running has been inconsistent lately, … Continue reading →

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Blogging A to Z — J: Janine

Posted on April 11, 2014 by renbog

Janine is probably the best friend I’ve ever had. I’ve worked with Janine for close to 20 years, and we are so similar in our teaching styles, we could practically be twins — but I readily admit she is so … Continue reading →

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Blogging A to Z — I: India

Posted on April 10, 2014 by renbog

  As I have written about before, last summer I spent 2 weeks in India visiting my father who has been living and working there for a little over 2 years now. It was the most memorable trip of my … Continue reading →

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Blogging A to Z — H: Homework

Posted on April 9, 2014 by renbog

One of the hottest topics debated in education is homework. How much, if any at all? What kind? How should it be graded, if at all? For what it’s worth (and lately, I get the feeling that what teachers think … Continue reading →

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Blogging A to Z — G: Gay Rights (or as I like to call them, CIVIL RIGHTS)

Posted on April 8, 2014 by renbog

A little more than a decade ago, something happened that made me feel so incredibly honored. My cousin Peter came out of the closet — and I was the first family member he told. To this day, I am still … Continue reading →

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