SCHOOLS

These are schools I have attended or have helped to pay for someone to attend or someone I know is attending now. Confused? Not to worry, just something I was thinking about today ... I attended USC, Columbia, SC as a married student in the late 1960's, but did not finish. My second born attended USC, too, late 1990's. She, too, choose to stop and take a break. She is now thinking of returning. My first born and third child attended Converse College in Spartanburg, SC. The oldest in the early '90's and the third in 2000. Neither stayed to graduate. One is a writer and one is studying to be a nurse. The elder was 'chomping at the bits' to get back to California (a long story) and the other, simply not ready for college right after high school. Now they both seem happy with their choices. My youngest is attending MECA. She loves it and will graduate in 2009 (we hope). One left? AIU? I am going to AIU now. Yes, after 39 years I started in July, '07 and will get my AABA in July, '08. Only 5 classes left! Yay, ME! Anyway, just my thoughts today.

M.S. ... Multiple Sclerosis...

Has it affected you, a family member, friend, co-worker, or an acquaintance through one of the aforementioned? Chances are that it has or will. My father-in-law suffered from MS the entire time I knew him, 1972 to 1982. He was a brilliant man that could not voice or make his brillance known to many as his ability to communicate was slowly taken away. Oh, but those eyes! How they could talk! For those of us priviledged to be close to him, we knew what he meant - each sparkle, each blink, every tear. I feel privileged to have know him and loved him .... here, it comes .... BUT, I would not wish his life with MS on anyone. Today I am including an article written to all bloggers over at cre8buzz.com, introducing a new community in our world there. I hope my post will touch someone's heart to reach out to someone with MS, to contribute for research, and to spread the word about this oh-so-tricky disease.

Official PR Announcement: The Multiple Sclerosis Resource Centre (MSRC) www.msrc.co.uk and cre8Buzz http://cre8buzz.com/ announce the launch of a unique and inclusive Multiple Sclerosis Community on the Internet, providing not only up to date MS News and Stories, but a place where those affected by Multiple Sclerosis can communicate with others affected by the disease, and the wider public, by means of Online Blogs, Discussion Forums and Net-based social interaction. To find out more please visit the cre8Buzz Multiple Sclerosis Community at: http://www.cre8buzz.com/multiple_sclerosis About the cre8Buzz MS community The place for families and friends affected by Multiple Sclerosis to Connect, Share, and Promote. Connect: Connect with others with MS. Talk, befriend, engage. Share: Share your stories, pictures, ideas experiences, give a little of yourself to others Promote: Promote the wonderful community of MSers, family, friends, and supporters who are all fighting this disease By partnering, cre8Buzz/MSRC will create THE single "HUB" for family, friends and those affected by MS to come together and drive public awareness of the disease. By leveraging the power of social networking MSRC and cre8Buzz are excited about the ability to give a voice to those with MS and empower them to interact with others with the disease in a safe and supportive environment, breaking down the barriers of isolation which can occur for those suffering from a chronic disease. About cre8Buzz cre8Buzz is a social network, designed to connect and promote the voice, talents, and ideas of people and communities to the world. cre8Buzz wants to change the world by bringing people together over common interests, and ideas to provide information, interaction, and entertainment. About MSRC - Multiple Sclerosis Resource Centre. Multiple Sclerosis Resource Centre (MSRC) is a proactive and innovative charity, passionately committed to supporting anyone affected by Multiple Sclerosis through access to unbiased information and advice. Our approach is to encourage individuals to make choices that are appropriate to their daily lives, empowering them to maximise their potential. MSRC Services Personal MS Support 24 Hour Telephone Counselling within the UK on 0800 783 0518 (Option 1) Specialist MS Advisor New Pathways Magazine MS Discussion Boards Live MS Chat Room MS Information Leaflets /Users/pamelaposton/Desktop/image.aspx.gif MSRC Insurance Services Please Contact Us: Multiple Sclerosis Resource Centre, 7 Peartree Business Centre, Peartree Road, Stanway, Colchester, Essex. CO3 0JN Telephone 01206 505444 Non UK - +441206505444 Fax 01206 505449 Website: www.msrc.co.uk Email: info@msrc.co.uk Buzzboard | About cre8Buzz | Blog | Careers | Terms of Use | Contact Us © 2007 cre8Buzz

Montel Williams on MS Special thanks to Antman for buzz'n this info and being a huge part of our world at cre8Buzz

Tax Time ... again *sigh*

How did it get to be March? February is a blur. I began looking at the calendar and I realized nothing was ready for filing our taxes. I love the concept of math, detail, projects - but, oh how I do not like tax math! Yes, the math with $. So, rather than continue to procrastinate ... I found the files, the expenses, the income, clicked on TurboTax and pulled an all-night-er, BUT they are ready. *grin* Why do we shiver when we think of "tax time"? I'll ponder that for a few moments and be right back, OK? Well, it is a power, authority thing. Most of us would rather NOT have to give our hard earned money to 'good old Uncle Sam', here in lies the rub, as the Bard would say. Who can tell me the movie and actor who used the Shakespeare quote? Leave your answer in the comments, please. My mind is wandering now ... to Quotes. I love them! I start my day with one, and a Bible verse. Today's is "Waiting is the hardest kind of WORK... - Lottie Moon. I wonder if Ms. Moon had to pay taxes? Something to look up later, if you find out, once again post in comments. Oh my, here comes the rain they have been forecasting for the week. Soothing sound, still daylight, my 'little piece of heaven' is smiling! A nice time to say, "See you, next week!"