Teachers Involved in Latest Yearbook Photo Controversy
What's in a yearbook photo? More and more often, it seems some controversy based on perceived intent about the photo's 'statement.'
Survey: Half of Americans Don’t Want ‘Arabic Numerals’ Taught in School
Some stories, like the results of a survey about whether American schools should teach students arabic numerals, just make you worry for the future.
Being Buried With Your Dog: Sweet or Cruel?
When you die, would you ever stipulate in your will that you want to be buried with your dog even if it means putting your dog down?
Tennis Shoe Color Debate: What’s Your Brain Telling You?
A simple photo prompted a tennis shoe color debate and supposedly helped people learn whether they are left-brained or right-brained.
Should You Place New Tires on the Front or Rear Axle?
At some point, thinking about which axle new tires should be installed on changed...and somehow when it did, I must have missed the memo.
My Favorite Mexican Dish for Cinco de Mayo
I don't go all out for Cinco de Mayo. In fact, I tend to enjoy sitting back and chuckling at uninformed people who have no idea what the day even means.
Undercooked Burger? Not for Me, Thanks!
I had to send back my lunch yesterday after I was presented with an undercooked burger. There are some things I'm not willing to take a chance on.
It’s Purebred Dog Day! Which Breed is Your Favorite?
If you've read my blog for a while, you already know which breed I'd celebrate on Purebred Dog Day!
How Much Water Do You Drink Each Day?
How much water is enough to drink in a day? There's an excellent chance that we're not coming anywhere near the right amount.
My 10 Favorite Jelly Bean Flavors
When I was kid, Easter meant Easter baskets filled with candy, including jelly beans. So I decided to list my favorite jelly bean flavors.
Baby Boomers? Gen X? Here’s a List of Generation Names
The list of generations names just grew as 'Generation Z' was added to Dictionary.com. But that's not the only name for our youngest generation.
List Ranks Top Dog Breeds that Like People More Than Dogs
I ran across a list of top dog breeds with a twist: this list focused on dogs that seem to like people more than other dogs.
Takeout Fees May Be in Your Future!
Someone I know posted a photo of a restaurant receipt and asked about takeout fees. In this day of plastic bans, we may all be paying them.
Coupon Clipping Should Catch Up With the Times
I remember the good old days of going through the Sunday paper and clipping coupons from various inserts. Why's that still so popular?
