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About renbog

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

Blogging A to Z — N: Nebraska

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

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

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)

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

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

  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

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)

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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Blogging A to Z — F: Family

It’s a cliché, I know. It gets said by so many people so many times. But that’s not going to stop me from saying it, too. Family is the most important thing in my life. I learned very early on … Continue reading

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Blogging A to Z: E — Exercise

I am sure that many people find it hard to believe that I exercise pretty regularly, being a fat chick and all. But I do. It’s 3 – 4 times a week, and I try to mix it up between … Continue reading

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