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About renbog

I have opinions and I have passions and I like to write.

Mean People Suck

Posted on August 4, 2014 by renbog

I have decided I am sick of mean people. I am sick of mean kids. Being a teacher, I see it more often than I would like to. I see kids of all ages call other kids names or make … Continue reading →

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It’s All in the Spin

Posted on May 7, 2014 by renbog

Saw this on Twitter this morning. A parent was arrested for disorderly conduct at a school board meeting where he was protesting a book his daughter was reading. Let me get this out of the way first — I think … Continue reading →

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Blogging A to Z — Z: Zing Zang

Posted on April 30, 2014 by renbog

Here we are, at the end of the alphabet, and what better way to celebrate than with a drink? My friends the Millers that I referenced in my post for the letter M introduced me to the bloody mary mix … Continue reading →

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Blogging A to Z — Y: Yes

Posted on April 29, 2014 by renbog

I know I’ve written about this before, but I think it’s important enough to write about again. I heard a news story this morning about the newly launched website Not Alone: Together Against Sexual Assault. I am not the least … Continue reading →

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Blogging A to Z — X: Bowling

Posted on April 28, 2014 by renbog

X for Bowling? Think STRIKE! Yeah, I used that one in my grandmother’s eulogy, too. X is a hard letter to write for. Bowling has been a way for me to spend time with family for more than 20 years. … Continue reading →

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Blogging A to Z — W: Wonderful

Posted on April 26, 2014 by renbog

  Isn’t it odd how some things stay with you for no apparent reason? The song “Wonderful” by Everclear is one of those things that has stayed with me, but this post isn’t really about this song, but rather it’s … Continue reading →

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Blogging A to Z — V: Vasectomy

Posted on April 25, 2014 by renbog

I hope I’m not committing some faux pas by saying my husband had a vasectomy a number of years ago. It took some coaxing but he did it. And if HE can get one, ANY man can get one — … Continue reading →

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Blogging A to Z — U: Underwoods

Posted on April 24, 2014 by renbog

The Underwoods. I’m talking about Francis and Claire. I’m talking about House of Cards. I’m talking about a television show. A good friend of mine suggested that I should watch House of Cards since I enjoy shows such as The West Wing and The … Continue reading →

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Blogging A to Z — T: Texas

Posted on April 23, 2014 by renbog

I’m happy to admit it — I fell in love with Texas the first time I stepped foot in that state. I never had any inclination to visit Texas. Too many tornadoes. And I am terrified of tornadoes. But when … Continue reading →

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Blogging A to Z — S: SIUe

Posted on April 22, 2014 by renbog

SIUe stands for Southern Illinois University — Edwardsville. This is where my daughter goes to school. I was impressed with the university from the moment I set foot on their campus. Here are ten things I’d like to share with … Continue reading →

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