Donna S.'s blog

Veterans Day

Submitted by Donna S. on Thu, 11/10/2011 - 2:57pm

On November 11, 1918, an Armistice to end the First World War was signed.  “The war to end all wars” was over.  Sadly, we know that was wishful thinking.  Wars continue.  We send men and women off to defend us and fight for us.  They sacrifice so much, and we should be ever mindful of that.  That might mean care packages to those serving overseas; contributions to organizations; or even a simple “Thank you!” when we meet those who are in or have been part of the Armed Forces of the United States.  And remember that their families do that time with them, whether stateside or

Zombie Jamboree

Submitted by Donna S. on Thu, 10/27/2011 - 1:27pm

Wow!  When did that happen?! 

When did zombies become the number one threat to humanity in horror movies and TV?
 

Letters

Submitted by Donna S. on Fri, 10/14/2011 - 2:06pm

Last week, the passing of Steve Jobs had everyone talking.  And writing.  Or should I say “tweeting?”  Apparently, Twitter accounts all over the world were busier than usual as the news spread.  Jobs didn’t invent computers or cell phones.  But he made them exciting in a way no one else had.  He took the world of information and put it in the palms of our hands, directing his company to concentrate on ease of use – as well as a cool, “wow” factor.

Sometimes Crime Does Pay

Submitted by Donna S. on Fri, 09/30/2011 - 1:03pm

With all the movies and TV shows about cops and catching criminals, you’d think that there’d never be any circumstances that would have us cheering for the bad guys.  After all, they’re breaking the law.  They should be arrested and tried and put in jail.

But clever robberies?  Against some big company or crooked businessman?  Or maybe out-conning a con man who cheated people out of their hard-earned money?  Or maybe stealing for some greater good?  Well, that’s very different.

Houston's Got Talent

Submitted by Donna S. on Fri, 09/16/2011 - 1:23pm

As I looked over the list of Emmy nominees this year, I saw that Jim Parsons – last year’s winner for Lead Actor in a Comedy Series (The Big Bang Theory) – is nominated again. I admit that he’s my choice to win. Not only is he fantastic in the role of Sheldon Cooper, Parsons is a sentimental favorite because he’s from the Houston area and got his start in acting here.

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