Sisterhood Rising

They prevailed. For the first time in Army history, women have completed Ranger School and earned the Ranger tab. Two women graduates of the United States Military Academy, Captain Kristen Griest and First Lieutenant Shaye Haver, graduated last week, joining the ranks of thousands of male Rangers but marking the first time that women have…

Bloom where you are planted

It’s been five months since our last trip to Kodiak Island. During our March visit, everyone was anticipating spring. Now, the area is bracing for winter. One morning during my walk, I could see my breath. There is snow on a hill in the distance. Change is in the air. Change is happening in the…

Why volunteer?

Service is the rent we pay for the privilege of living on this earth. — Shirley Chisholm The Arlington County fair was this past weekend. Two organizations that I support were exhibiting, so I volunteered to help. ACE (Arlingtonians for a Clean Environment) promotes “green” living through education. Their mission encourages people to choose in…

Roots and Wings

When we visited the kids in the spring, our granddaughter showed us how to operate their new washing machine. She pulled up a chair and demonstrated how much detergent to use, what buttons to push, and don’t forget to add a few drops of essential oil. Rachel is 4 years old. She also makes her bed, clears dishes…