My husband says this is his favorite saying (quoting from Bart Simpson in a Butterfingers commercial). I think I am feeling that right now.Last week I couldn't wait for my media tour to end so I could get back home with Joe and Colt. Now, I can't wait until my executives leave town next week … Continue reading Are we there yet?
Author: risingaboveitall
What a week, again!
The week started off with a shock as we learned that our friend Iarla Mullarkey had passed away last Sunday. It was hard for me because last week I traveled all week on business and missed both the viewing and the memorial service. I think when you miss a funeral or viewing, it is almost … Continue reading What a week, again!
God still finds ways to humble me
Sometimes (OK most of the time) I think I am right. Not only at work, but in life and even at home. But this past Saturday night, I was humbled by God in a way so unexpectedly.Joe and I usually have our date night on Friday, but because of my busy week and other circumstances, … Continue reading God still finds ways to humble me
Victory, Defeat and Sadness
THE GAME of the year was played out today before millions of viewers. We sat in our living room anticipating an exciting display of passes, runs, tackles, blocks and touchdowns in between the ever-enthralling advertisements of the SuperBowl.The game started with a rush as the first quarter ended and it seemed like the NY Giants … Continue reading Victory, Defeat and Sadness
What do you do when…
So what do you do when everything inside you is screaming "this is wrong" but you are forced into a situation at your job and there is nothing that you can do to change it? That is what I have been facing this week and struggling with my feelings of "why don't you just quit" … Continue reading What do you do when…
Thinking about voting
I haven't been on my soap box much this past year so I thought that with the primaries and caucuses happening, now if the perfect time to weigh in on some of the issues.- Do we need change? YES! But to be honest, any new person is the White House is going to bring change. … Continue reading Thinking about voting
Where has the year gone?
Usually I say that in October or November, or even December. But I find myself saying that already and it is only January!Work has been insanely busy. We are planning a new product launch in a month and I have to go out on the road on a media tour. I will then have to … Continue reading Where has the year gone?
Oh the West Virginia Hills
Not to rub it in with any Oklahoma (OU) fans, but WEST VIRGINIA kicked some "you know what" last night in the Fiesta Bowl. 48-28 the final score with a solid win to underscore the passion of football to the Mountain State.This put the final touches on our night of watching football as we finished … Continue reading Oh the West Virginia Hills
Ah, the movies
It is amazing how movies can transport you to another place and time, possibly taking you to a mystical place or pulling you into the fabric of a time long ago. Providing fantasy thoughts or just filling in history for events that have long been forgotten. That is where I have been these past couple … Continue reading Ah, the movies
Merry Christmas 2007
To all those who read my written thoughts on this blog, I want to wish you a Merry Christmas. Not "Happy Holidays" or "Winter Holiday Break" or "Season's Greetings."I am sick of people trying to be politically correct when everyone knows that the reason we have December 25 as a day off of work or … Continue reading Merry Christmas 2007
Rising Above It All 
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