WTF?

Every English speaker knows this expression. (Except of course, Phil Dunphy, the character in Modern Family who thinks it means ‘Why the Face’). This acronym is the only polite version of the too often heard “F” word. Are you a polite curser, or do you join the millions of Americans now using the F word…

Pledging allegiance

To what or whom do you owe loyalty? Reading about the resignation of Ralph Peters, a retired U.S. Army intelligence officer, from Fox News made me wonder about how many willingly or thoughtlessly sell their souls to attain wealth, power, position or fame. Peters claimed the network had “degenerated from providing a legitimate and much-needed outlet for conservative voices to…

It’s OK to Worry — A Little!

It turns out a little worrying is actually a productive way to problem solve. This is good news for me! I am a fretter! I know it, and everyone else does too. Unfortunately this seems to be a trait you can pass to your kids — something else for me to worry about! When I was…