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Be in the Moment
Be in the Moment
Apologies for being gone for much of 2016. September reintroduced me to reading and writing with an academic twist as part of my journey of earning my master’s degree in communication at Northwestern University this coming August. I continue to love my job and I also loyally attend those guitar lessons. Enjoying my school break, this past Wednesday, I went to the annual food drive and holiday…
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Do You Divvy?
A few weeks ago, Divvy Bikes landed in Evanston, IL. It’s a great market given that Evanston is home to Northwestern University and neighbors with Chicago. Evanston has ten stations and three of them are located at Northwestern University. These bicycles are intended for quick trips (half-hour trips or less) and have risen in popularity among commuters. The pricing structure includes: (more…)
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Case of the Whippy Hair Snapper
Case of the Whippy Hair Snapper
Voracious Readers: I have said for years that weeping Willow mirrors hair…. Hair Flair But I digress. While dining at a restaurant tonight with my mom, I noticed that she was smirking. I challenged her to release the cause of the humor but she assured me I would learn at a later time. Shortly thereafter, my mom started to titter again. I turned around and a light brown mane, approximately two…
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Renewed Faith in Humankind
Renewed Faith in Humankind
Every now and then, people do gracious gestures for people they don’t know. Good Samaritan or Mensch moments are magical. It’s so appreciated when people step up and make someone else’s life better with a little effort and consideration. While it’s nothing as dramatic as donating an organ; it is kindness and it matters. Who doesn’t like a feel-good moment? The “El” Does Well This blurb below is…
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Roomba Always on My Mind
Roomba Always on My Mind
One thing I noticed about this time of year is how a week ago, I was staring at the beautiful treasure at The Chicago Botanic Garden and now I see people tossing out their trees. Life keeps rolling on. But I digress. Splendid calm at the Chicago Botanic Garden I was pretty quiet in 2015 and it was for a good reason because I was making many positive changes – the most impressive being that I am…
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Charming Christmas Lights 2015
Charming Christmas Lights 2015
It’s that time of year again! The time to capture those delightful lights. The weather in the center of the US has been incredibly mild so I have yet to see the lights in snow, but I can’t say I am complaining since it has given me the opportunity to take long walks on many nights to take in the sights. When I was a kid, I celebrated Christmas week in the rural midwest with my maternal…
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Lake Michigan Tour
These last 12 months have been one of many changes. All of them, positive; although I may not have known it at the time. One of them is that I can walk or ride my bike along Lake Michigan to get to work and start my day with a stunning view such as the one below. Good Morning! Last week, my old chum from high school, Rich Cohen, sent me his latest article in the New York Times. It’s a…
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Flower Power or Garden Grace
Flower Power
In response to The Daily Post’s weekly photo challenge: “Muse.” This is a deviation as to how I would normally begin a post but I digress. For the past several years, gardens have dazzled me. To that end, this isn’t the first time I have written about flowers and gardens, but I think this is my first photo challenge. Since I didn’t have my coveted guitar lesson today, I went to the local rose…
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You Should Totally Write a Blog About That...
In response to The Daily Post’s writing prompt: “Take It From Me.” What’s the best piece of advice you’ve given someone that you failed to take yourself? This one is so simple. “You just start a blog and write about….” I find myself saying that to so many people in my life. Yet, It has been weeks, if not months, where I have gotten back on track with my own blog. I keep giving myself an out…
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Eat the Watermelon and Sing The Month of Lauren had some amazing moments and I thank everyone who thought of me on the big day.
The 11th of Lauren
The 11th of Lauren
How can it be the 11th of Lauren, already? Birthday month is here! Flashback: When my parents took me home from the hospital. They brought a fire truck, balloon, and a baby. That is the order of preference that my brother welcomed the gifts…
Despite early hesitation about his little sister arriving on the scene, my brother has become one of my biggest fans. I constantly make him laugh. I’m…
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Mom to the Rescue
Mom to the Rescue
It’s Mother’s Day 2015 and here are some developments since my original post that is below this one. Flashback to last June on Friday the 13th when I was moving out of my condo.
Things are going well as I plot my new adventure at my new home, yet to be discovered. As I float down the stairs of my condo hallway and hear the jingling of keys in my pocket, I am at peace. Delight turn to fright as I…
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4 Years of Ranting and Raving
4 Years of Cheers and Jeers
Four years ago, the death of a close family friend, propelled me to take on this blog. Jeff is a constant reminder NOT to squander time.
Yet, this past year, I have been somewhat inattentive to my blog. I shall put blogging back on my to-do list. Because when I feel better, we all feel better.
Before I forget, quick guitar update. Totally nailed the most boring song ever, with the book closed…
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Don't Fret over the Guitar
Don’t Fret over the Guitar
Dear Voracious Readers,
There has been a ridiculous lapse in correspondence for which I profusely apologize. My passion for writing has not dissipated, I assure you.
As you may recall, during a session of many “gone wrong” eyeglass fittings for a reunion back in 2011, the opinionated optometrist told me to get a hobby.
So, I did.
The doting aunt that I am discovered that my niece and nephew were…
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Christmas Lights - Awesome Sights
When I was a kid, I would awaken Christmas morningto the hypnotic sound of the chirping bird on the Christmas Tree and the pitter patter of my maternal grandparents stirring about upstairs. My Christmas Stocking greeted me with a chocolate marshmallow Santa, a ballpoint pen from the local bank, and a waiting-to be-ripe orange. I’m sure there was more in there – but that is what stands out as I…
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Life with a Gator
Life with a Gator
15 years ago, I bought a third floor, triple exposure, walk-up condo in the heart of a college town. It offered a daily workout with the stairs and amazing treetop views but there was no outside space, among other things.
Flashback to the night before the move to the condo:
My brother is a Mensch. He flew into “help me move”. When he offered his services, he thought he was helping me “settle…
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Ride it Out
Weather permitting, I push myself to take long bicycle rides on the weekends. Given our brutal weather in the Midwest, I was pretty elated to be able to ride 40 miles this past Sunday. There is nothing like a ride offering decompression that lasts for half a day.
From a cardio point of view, I wasn’t fatigued at all. In fact, when I got to my half-way point at 20 miles in, a part of me wanted to…
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