Stale Donuts

One of my guilty pleasures is donuts. I don't care for all kinds, but I love cinnamon and white powdered, chocolate covered, maple frosted, etc. I bought some mini white powdered donuts in a box at Krogers, and I sat down this morning with my hot cup of coffee, my laptop, and the donuts, ready for a treat. And then I discover the donuts are stale. Now keep in mind, I did not open the box until I put one in my mouth. What a disappointment. Maybe it is the universe telling me I need to start eating better.

Golf and Business

I always wondered why the important connection between golf and business? I used to hear that playing golf was important to a business career. It made me wonder why I--a non-golfer--and pretty much a non athlete--should be disadvantaged at business because I don't play golf? Curious, I asked a golf pro that question. Her answer indicated that it was not really the game of golf itself, or your ability at it that was important. She said that playing a round of golf allowed business associates or prospects enough time together to get to know each other. You could have a good conversation, make plans, brainstorm, and also observe someone in this setting. You would get to know if they are patient, rude, etc. So it is not just about golf. Actually, now that I am out of law school, I may take lessons. It has been one of the things on my list to do. I don't know if I would be good at it, but I would love to ride around in the golf cart, and there are some nice golf bags out there, and the ones with backpack straps would be easier to carry.

Cycle of Life: Olympics--Law School--Olympics

It occurred to me today that the last time the Olympics were on I had just been accepted to law school and was starting the following fall. Watching the Olympics in '04 was bittersweet: I love the Olympics, but at that point I thought watching it was the last fun thing I could do for four years. I had no idea what law school held for me, but I was afraid it was the end of life as I knew it. Although I did have a meltdown in October of my first year of law school (Crying all one weekend--What did I do? I asked myself. Put myself in prison, I thought.) I quickly recovered. Such a meltdown is almost predictable in the first year. I went on to not only do pretty well in law school, but to love it. I am now watching the '08 Olympics as a law school alum. I survived, and deserve at least a bronze medal in the stress/work/life ambition category. A lot has happened in four years. And I am the happier and better for it.

America's Fastest Dying Cities

In Forbes' list of the 10 fastest dying cities, Ohio is in the unenviable position of having four of its cities on this list: Dayton, Cleveland, Youngstown, and Canton. Part of the rust belt, these cities have experienced decline as manufacturers have left, with residents not far behind. If I were the governor, I would be very concerned and working to rejuvenate those areas. I have relatives in Canton, but luckily their jobs are secure. Another city on the list is Scranton, PA, which has seen a decline for similar reasons. The TV show The Office is set in Scranton, which has helped a little, with the city hosting an "Office" convention and such. Good for them.

Brass Rail

No I am not talking about a favorite restaurant of mine with that name. I am talking about brass railings. A lot of restaurants and bars have bar rails. I don't know what it is about brass that immediately gives a place a polished look (no pun intended). And if you get brass, you want the top brass.

Poor Little Loopot

I got home from vacation and found my cat very dehyrated. It is my fault and I feel so guilty and negligent. The cat has diabetes and is fairly old. I had a bag of the right food and a bag of the wrong food at home. I should have thrown away the bag of wrong food. The pet sitter chose the wrong bag and gave it to him, and he threw up all weekend. Which is very bad for cats, especially when they are old and diabetic. I am giving him pedialyte tonight and am taking him to the vet tomorrow. But I feel like a bad mom.

Disabled Teen Dies From Neglect and Uncaring

This article really makes my blood boil. A 14-year-old suffering from cerebral palsy was just left to waste away in her own home. Not only her family, but child protective officials turned their head. This is unbelievable to me. Part of why I wanted to become a lawyer is to help prevent situations like this:

http://news.aol.com/article/nine-charged-in-disabled-teens-death/112952?icid=100214839x1206874120x1200370486