That's my friend Dallas singing a lullaby in Lingala in Kinshasa, Bas Congo. A new mom who adopted a baby from DR Congo had been looking for a lullaby in Lingala and found Dallas' video. Now that mom is learning this song to sing to her baby girl. The Internet is powerful when … [Read more...] about My Own Shot@Life Takes Me to Uganda
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All I Want in the World
I've said it before. I'm woefully idealistic. To a fault. Sometimes it's debilitating. All I want in the world is more of this. … [Read more...] about All I Want in the World
Stop Focusing on ME
Our school system has tangoed between unrest and turmoil since Bird was in kindergarten. There have been occasional bouts of complete chaos peppering the years too. The school system has been investigated by the U.S. Department of Education's office for civil rights and some Tea … [Read more...] about Stop Focusing on ME
Writin’ ’bout Romney
I've been writing about Mitt Romney. It's more maddening than merry. I've been warned not to read the comments. Truth is, the comments don't bother me. I think it's grand we live in a country where we can respectfully disagree. Sometimes the definition of "respect" is a … [Read more...] about Writin’ ’bout Romney
UN Foundation Shot@Life & Making A Difference
It seems that community service and social justice are flavors of the day. I'm not talking about the folks who give of themselves without an audience. I'm talking about the people who have latched on to charitable causes to boost their own social clout. People are building their … [Read more...] about UN Foundation Shot@Life & Making A Difference
We Live Up to Our Ideals (Chris Matthews) – Wordless Wednesday
What You Can Give for My Birthday
Today is my birthday. I love my birthday. I don't gripe about getting older because aging is a privilege. Imagine the alternative... I am fortunate to have never wanted for anything. I have always had a loving family, good meals on my table, a safe place to lay my head, and a … [Read more...] about What You Can Give for My Birthday