In Pursuit of the Big 5
Our adventure to Botswana started with the desire to go on an African photo safari. We soon discovered there were too many safari choices, so we decided to consult with an expert and used Zicasso to find a travel agent…
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Take a Fresh Approach to Taxes
The pages of the calendar have turned to not only a new year, but also a new decade! No pressure, but is there a better time for a fresh start? Most resolutions made in January are abandoned by mid-January, but…
Women Impact Philanthropy More Directly with Giving Circles
Women are increasingly going their own way in charitable endeavors. This is reflected in women’s giving circles, groups of women who create a common bond by coming together for a higher good. One woman may not always see the effect…
The Fabric of Her Life
Timbrel Chyatee always knew she wanted to live a life that helped others, “and I always thought it would be with children,” she said. But her dreams changed after spending some time in India, where she was born. “Seeing how…
Women in the Boardroom are on the Rise
For the first time in its 110-year history, General Motors has more women on its board than men. That’s a significant event because men typically have dominated corporate boardrooms across America. The emergence of women on corporate boards represents a…
Managing Your Teen’s Anger
Disrespectful texts from your teen: “I HATE U SO MUCH!” Yelling, screaming, shoving matches, punching walls. The f-word. Verbally and physically aggressive behavior isn’t unusual for teens, especially if it’s directed at their parents and siblings. After all, to develop…
The Amazing, Awe-inspiring Amazon River and Rainforest
The Amazon River is about 4,000 miles long, runs through seven countries in South America, and stretches to more than 120 miles in width during the wet season. Two major rivers, the Ucayali and the Marañón, are generally believed (Brazil…
Care with Compassion
Sue Heinle recognized early on that her role has always seemed to be the “family caregiver,” and she’s just fine with that because nothing gives her more satisfaction than caring for others. In her professional role as the president and…
Offenses, Harassment, and Dating in the Workplace
You’re leaving work late, round the corner to the elevator, and roll up on your boss and a colleague in a steamy embrace. Awkward! It looks consensual, and you’re not being sexually harassed, but it’s uncomfortable, not just in this…
Are You On Autopilot?
It’s when you’re going through life without conscious awareness. It’s that feeling(actually, most of us are so busy we don’t even recognize it) of moving fast and not remembering how you even got there. Have you ever had car rides…