by Karen Schulz | Sep 14, 2021 | Blog, Personal Notes
Something went wrong and the first words out of my mouth were “Oh, Crumb!” My 19-year-old grandson, Tyler, was present and heard me. He started laughing, raised his eyebrows, and gave me a look that said, “Really? Where did THAT come from?” Oh,...
by Karen Schulz | Sep 8, 2021 | Blog, Personal Notes
I love to give new life, and perhaps even a different purpose, to vintage items. The thing is, though, that it’s way too easy for me to go to flea markets and find “trash” that I want to turn into “treasures.” Things that call out to me....
by Karen Schulz | Aug 31, 2021 | Blog, Personal Notes
Porgs are flat-muzzled birds, covered in brown feathers, with the exception of the orange around their eyes and the white on their belly. They flock around rocks and roost in the cliffs of Luke Skywalker’s secluded island. They are also known for being...
by Karen Schulz | Aug 12, 2021 | Blog, Personal Notes
A photograph captures a moment in time. If we took the photo, just looking at it later can transport us back in time to that moment – to the smells, the sounds, the feelings we had that caused us to press the shutter on our camera. Recording names, dates,...
by Karen Schulz | Aug 3, 2021 | Blog, Personal Notes
My husband, Rick, traveled across the country by train as a child. It was such a great experience for him, he has always wanted to do it again. So Monday morning of this week we boarded a train in Sacramento, California. Our ultimate destination was Detroit Michigan....
by Karen Schulz | Jul 23, 2021 | Blog, Personal Notes
I find a dog’s memory fascinating. How much do they remember, and why do they remember it? According to dognotebook.com: It’s believed they remember what they need to remember in order to survive. The memory of a certain event can also be induced by fear, thus...
by Karen Schulz | Jul 14, 2021 | Blog, Personal Notes
A week ago I woke up with a sore throat. Not the kind that is just annoying, but the kind that causes you excruciating pain every time you swallow. The kind that you feel when you have Strep throat. But I didn’t have a fever, and I didn’t think I had...
by Karen Schulz | Jul 7, 2021 | Blog, Personal Notes
When you decide to paint your house, it’s hard to choose from the hundreds of paint colors out there. Even when you use a paint swatch book, it doesn’t give a real sense of how the color will look on the exterior of your house. The colors might look...
by Karen Schulz | Jun 9, 2021 | Blog, Personal Notes
There. I’ve said it. I used to be a book snob. I used to think if a book wasn’t a “classic,” it wasn’t worth my time. I can divide my Book Snobbery career into Pre-Enlightenment and Post-Enlightenment. I know exactly how and when my...
by Karen Schulz | Jun 2, 2021 | Blog, Personal Notes
Babysitters can be defined as short-term caretakers who are typically hired to watch children for a set period of time. Parents can be defined as those who teach their children morals and values. They set limits and are consistent in their discipline. They are kind...
by Karen Schulz | May 26, 2021 | Blog, Personal Notes
You are the big sister, the one that your little brother looks up to. It’s a big responsibility. What will you teach him, through your behavior and your words? Will you teach him to be humble and kind? Will you teach him to be generous and loving? To be a helper...
by Karen Schulz | May 12, 2021 | Blog, Personal Notes
In today’s world, “inclusion” is a big concern. Inclusion means that all people, regardless of their abilities, disabilities, or health care needs, race, or religion are respected and appreciated. In the school system, inclusion also is extended to...
