This Friday is, just Friday to me.

One of the great American holidays is this week - Thanksgiving.   You thought I was going to say "Black Friday" didn't you?  The fact is that Thanksgiving is one holiday that is celebrated by just about every American - regardless of visible race, creed, or political beliefs.  Many churches and community centers even go … Continue reading This Friday is, just Friday to me.

You may go.

It seems that so many people are in their own little worlds these days, they don't seem to notice that there are others inhabiting the same space as them and that their actions impact many others.  I'm trying not to fall into that trap.  But it's a difficult struggle, a bit like looking for the … Continue reading You may go.

Looks like “Pinktober” is here.

Let me be perfectly blunt and to the point.  I do not have breast cancer but it has affected me personally and I am considered a "high risk" to contract the disease.  Yet, I hate the pink-washing and hype surrounding National Breast Cancer Awareness Month that comes along every October.  I don't ever want to be … Continue reading Looks like “Pinktober” is here.