Sunny-Girl The Drama Queen

I have been really busy and decided to take a moment to catch my breath. Once I did, I really took a look at the growth of my puppy Sunny-Girl. I mentioned in an earlier post that she is a miniature Dachshund, but as time has gone by I have also discovered she is actually a drama queen. As usual click each photo for a better view.

Our relationship started out simple enough. She was this cute little pup who depended on me for everything.

But, as time passed she began to grow and a little personality became apparent. "What are YOU looking at?"















She loves to play but hates to walk so I am forced to come up with little games we play to give her the exercise she needs. She is very picky and no simple game will do.

At eight months, she loves to play in bed and has to have her very special monkey to make the day go well. I can almost hear her thinking here "And what is wrong with a girl having a monkey?"

"And now Mr. Demille, I'm ready for my close-up!"

Preparing The Younger Generation

Just before the holidays I was a panelist before a group of young women touring a college and considering their career choices. I looked at them in wonder as I remembered my own experience when I was their age. It was interesting to me because here was a group of eager young women being given all kinds of options and they were embracing the offer. As usual click each photo for a better view.

Prior to the panel speaking the young women were divided into groups to perform an experiment. These two seemed very focused.

And then they sprang into action and were ready to go.

This group was using a very methodical approach as well and seemed to be having a great time in the process. The science portion of the task did not seem to deter them at all.

The tools of the experiment were laid out in preparation to produce their results.

Next came the instructor setting up to do a neonatal nurse demonstration with an interactive baby. I was amazed at all the situations the simulation baby could mimic.

The girls were transfixed as well as the instructor walked among them pointing out the uses of the simulation baby and how it is used to prepare nursing students.

I gave my remarks and listened to the questions they had for all the panelists. Overall I left feeling uplifted. They may not have all the answers just yet or even the questions, but I was encouraged that their eagerness would ultimately carry them through.

Welcome to 2011

For all the dreams, hopes and wishes you may have reached for in 2010, on my 100th gallery post, I wish you the chance in 2011 to achieve them all..




Welcome to the year of new beginnings! Happy New Year!!

Christmas Merriment

Christmas took on added significance for me this year as I remembered those who were no longer here to share it and enjoyed the presence of those who were.

I developed a little video of our family day and thought I would share it.

May each and everyone of you experience your share of joy this season and into the New Year!

Merry Christmas!

With all the hustle and bustle of the Christmas season, I took a moment to visit the window display of a local flower shop to help get into the spirit. As usual click each photo for a better view.

I was not the only one. I always smile when I see children in the crowd because I remember the excitement I felt as a child during this time of the year.

There were soldiers... I heard one little girl shout with joy "The Nutcracker!"

There were angels...

A Christmas dog, which really fit the bill because I now had one impatiently waiting in the car...

penguins to really set the mood...


















A wondrous Christmas tree , for all those expecting presents...


















And finally the baby in the manger.





















I would like to take this moment to wish all the best of the season and a Happy New Year!