Bridge Between Two Eras!

November four years ago was a huge transition period in my life. The company I had worked for had officially merged with its competitor. I learned of the changes in June of that year. The changes that were made were not going to be in my best  interest. I tried to embrace the change, butContinue reading “Bridge Between Two Eras!”

Rudolph Saves the Day in Pittsburgh!

The Steelers may have won the battle on Sunday over their division foe the Cincinnati Bengals, but Aaron Rodgers got hurt during the game. Thus, Mason Rudolph stepped in and saved the day. The defense really stepped up as well (the true MVP of the game). This team has been a mystery with some realContinue reading “Rudolph Saves the Day in Pittsburgh!”

Putting a Wrap on Things!

This week saw the end for some books that I read, as well as my seasonal coffee. I purchased a romance novel online last month, If It Makes You Happy. I read a couple of chapters a day and got it done within a month. I figured I’d like to read it that way toContinue reading “Putting a Wrap on Things!”

Finding Uncommon Leaders at Laurel Highlands Toastmasters!

We were a virtual crowd on Tuesday night at Laurel Highlands Toastmasters. That meant I could stay warm and cozy while attending the meeting, as it felt more like January than November.  Our theme was β€œFinding Uncommon Leaders”.  We got off to a late start and had to make some adjustments to our agenda, butContinue reading “Finding Uncommon Leaders at Laurel Highlands Toastmasters!”

Beginning Season Two of my Gilmore Girls Rewatch!

Winter officially made its arrival this week. Some of us got a dusting of snow, if any. I didn’t even really notice any flurries Sunday night or Monday. If you were near Lake Erie or in the mountains of West Virginia, then you had more snow than we did. In places like Conneaut, Ohio, andContinue reading “Beginning Season Two of my Gilmore Girls Rewatch!”

It’s November, but the Holidays are Coming!

The calendar says November, but retailers are already looking ahead to Christmas. Westmoreland Mall held their Light-Up Night festivities on Friday evening as Santa made his way to Center Court. It won’t be long until Downtown Pittsburgh has their celebration (either this week or next Friday). β€˜Tis the season. It’s been a little hard toContinue reading “It’s November, but the Holidays are Coming!”

Managing a Difficult Audience at Greensburg Toastmasters!

I did my part on Tuesday and voted in the election. This wasn’t a big election like last year, yet it was still important. On the ballot was the option to vote on retention for three Supreme Court justices in the Commonwealth. I voted β€œYES” to Donohue, Dougherty, and Wecht. Also, I voted for candidatesContinue reading “Managing a Difficult Audience at Greensburg Toastmasters!”

Out with the Pumpkins, in with the Holidays!

After a busy month of October that was rife with time off and other activities, the last week of the month saw a return to normalcy. It was ordinary, but I welcomed the tranquility. Working on a Friday and Saturday felt weird as I was spoiled during my last few weeks off. But, I’m readyContinue reading “Out with the Pumpkins, in with the Holidays!”

A Look Ahead to November!

Pumpkin Fall is about to give way to Cranberries, Turkey, and delicious pies. On Saturday, we turn the calendar over to November. Is it too early to start the Christmas Music season? October provided me with some great adventures in Laurel Highlands, Slippery Rock, and the other side of Pittsburgh. How does one follow thatContinue reading “A Look Ahead to November!”