‘A tree grows in myrtle beach’
When nature comes in conflict with human needs... What happens? An interesting analysis of a unique photo!
What’s Your Motivation?
What's your motivation... to review someone's website?
A short 'laundry list" for you!
Safety First … the Price of Liberation & Mobility for those W/ Disabilities in Senior Settings
Those of us with a permanent disability are always adjusting to the world, with a watchful eye on the environment. What does it take, particularly if you are in a senior setting, not constructed adequately?
Animal, Vegetable, Mineral or Real Life Children’s Books?
Most children's books these days are based in fantasy with almost exclusively animals performing people's functions. Why? This is my topic...
‘Take 24’ The Two-Way Street of Consulting
Consulting from My Side of the Screen-
The Consulting Environment and Tips for the Potential Customer-
Guns Roses & Funerals Don’t Mix-Updated
I am an advocate for many worthy causes. However, I abhor any type of violence, particularly associated with children. Our society is forever altered by it. 'Inspired by the words of CT Senator Chris Murphy at the DNC, it brought me back to the crushing story of 8 year old Christopher Bizlij -'So worth sharing!
The Invisible Victims- Caregivers Who Were Abused or Neglected
One in Five Americans are Caring for a Senior Loved One
Taking care of seniors requires many skills.
However, If it is NOT your chosen profession, but rather ‘a forced circumstance’ such as a biological family member who is not prepared for the role due to complicated family dynamics, it can be extremely stressful and unhealthful for the caregiver! INFORMATIVE PODCAST INCLUDED!
Caregivers - For Better or For Worse; In Sickness and in Health
A peek through the looking glass' at spouses as caregivers with those with Alzheimer's Disease
Innovation Personified- The CUE Center for Missing Persons
I have always been an advocate. However, I chose to do things that fit my definition of INNOVATION and for that reason, I was attracted to the CUE Center for that reason.
The Black HoLE- What Those with Disabilities Must Endure
What should be done… when you encounter a situation that poses a danger and lack of access as a person with a disability? Many feel powerless and can’t imagine ‘going against the status quo’ solo. Read about a real life situation and some options!
Writing as a Passion and a Service to Others…
Writing can be defined in many ways… as an art, as a science in some ways, using a particular methodology depending upon the type of writing. One of my favorites is true crime writing, as that is what I have known for 44 years. I particularly like investigative pieces for they combine research, analytical thinking, creativity and much perseverance.
‘Need Help How to Approach a Project?
Do you need to know how to approach a project strategically, but you don’t know where to start? ‘Just for fun… let’s review some of the basics with the story of Noah’s Ark!
The Path to Independent Living -Checks & Balances
A VERY IMPORTANT TOPIC- Independent Living- Checks & Balances!
A Place for Mom Counselors can't tell you everything you need to know.
You need a resident on the inside with perspective and insight!
See it at this link -
WHATTAYA MEAN BOUNCE RATE?
‘Bounce Rate’ and all other little gremlins you must keep track of with a new website! The only bouncing I know is in basketball.
Please viewers, readers, potentiol clients , don’t bounce me! I have a lot to offer!
It’s Difficult to be Gay in the South
I am sharing the framework,and highlights of my personal story, while exposing vulnerabilities. Why? I think it illustrates my masterful resilience yet again for the millionth time. In addition, if there is but one person, I can help in the revealing, I have accomplished my purpose.
My story began approximately when I was 13 years old, recognizing that perhaps ‘something was a bit different for me.’
Irrespective of the fact that I was born with a permanent disability, and spent much of my childhood having surgeries for two separate and distinct problems. I pretty much ignored it, attending to other aspects of life.
Update: Good Intentions- Bad Choices
According to several credible news sources, there has been a significant change following the controversy over the 'unfettered power' exercised by a former police officer and head of the Connecticut Board of Pardons & Parole, Carlton Giles, who commuted 71 inmates in 2022, including 44 with murder convictions. In contrast, between 2015 and 2019, only five inmates were commuted, with just one commutation in 2021. During the pandemic, commutations were frozen, and this practice continued when Giles was demoted.
Good Intentions, Bad Choices
I had a tension headache but listened intently to the twelve cases the Connecticut Board of Pardons and Parole presented and took notes. The list of inmates included candidates from two adult correctional institutions, a youth correctional facility, and two halfway houses around Connecticut. For the majority of hearings, the virtual observer, including victim families, can view the inmate during the live hearing.
Growing up Quickly with a Disability
When you are born with a permanent disability (cerebral palsy) classified as severe, as a vulnerable child, you have no idea what life will bring. This is the story of Donna R. Gore.
Senior living Advice from a Senior
The longer I live in a retirement community, the more I see the variations in personalities, personal habits, residents’ ability, or inability, to adapt, expectations held, and cultural differences.