In a world where we are doing more and more interacting via screens it is refreshing to occasionally share an experience in the presence of other human beings. Sure, live tweeting a TV show is one way to enjoy entertainment with a crowd, but there is no substitute for being in the same room as … Continue reading List 13: How to Enjoy Theatre
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We've all been there. We're in a hurry or distracted or lazy and do something (or don't do something) even though we'd be angry or at least disappointed if someone else behaved the same way. Last week I suggested a 3 question test to know if you are are being a cyberbully. I asked you to consider whether … Continue reading List 12: Little Ways to Make the World a Nicer Place
I went to Orlando for a conference last week, which was a perfect excuse to extend my trip through the weekend and have my family come down so that my three-and-a-half year old son and 18 month old daughter could have their first Walt Disney World experiences. I solicited advice from people on which parks … Continue reading List 11: Navigating Disney World with a Toddler and a Preschooler
One side effect of the Chicago Teacher's Union strike has been an upsurge in suburban smugness. "This is why I live in the suburbs." "I guess it's time for you to move to the suburbs, huh?" Similar sentiment often arises in reference to the city's homicide rate, which is definitely something of which I'm aware. … Continue reading List 10: CPS Strike, Homicides and Why I Still Love Chicago
When I dropped my son off for his first ever day of preschool last week I cried a bit, but as my husband is quick to point out, I cry at pretty much anything. Below are 40 examples of things that make me cry. Some are common tearjerkers, while others are a bit quirky. I've … Continue reading List 9: Things That Make Me Cry
Kim Z. Dale 