Amy, I’m so proud of you! You truly are a “coach who makes a difference”…and you are a fantastic friend. Good work. See Amy’s 2 minutes of fame >

Today I went to the movies with my Dad & my sister. We had a lovely time watching the flick. Then we left the theater and headed down the escalator to go back to the car and head home. There was a loud noise. It sounded like someone had knocked over a table or something. [...]

I just got back from a whirlwind trip to Syracuse. I flew in on Thursday night & met Jay (who had been there since the previous Saturday). We spent a couple of days with friends in Syracuse, then drove to Jay’s parents where we suprised Jay’s dad in the middle of his 60th birthday bash. [...]

I think this is both hilarious & a useful tool, unless of course I was the recipient. I thought I’d provide the link as a public service, in case anyone needs something like this right about now.

For all you “eco-shoppers” who like to bring your own re-usable bags, try this on for size. This is a fantastic, sturdy shopping basket that I adore. I take it with me to the store when I just have a few things to pick up. It has a cushy comfortable handle, and is all around [...]

“Surprising, poignant, and funny, Water for Elephants is that rare novel with a story so engrossing, one is reluctant to put it down; with characters so engaging, they continue to live long after the last page has been turned; with a world built of wonder, a world so real, one starts to breathe its air.” [...]