by Don Laird, contributing writer The winter sun casts long shadows, and darkness gathers quickly as the cold wind blows. Yet, within each of us there kindles a small flame, a hopeful twinkle to answer the call of the long …
by Don Laird, contributing writer The winter sun casts long shadows, and darkness gathers quickly as the cold wind blows. Yet, within each of us there kindles a small flame, a hopeful twinkle to answer the call of the long …
Don’t miss this unique opportunity – Register Today! Join us for an interactive conversation with Ambassador Eric Rubin on the state of diplomacy around the world! Ambassador Rubin is the current President of the American Foreign Service Association based in …
by Beth Dolinar, contributing writer When I was growing up, mashed potatoes sounded like Beethoven’s “Fur Elise.” Strange, I know, for food to have a sound, but those things were connected when I was young. My mother taught …
By Dana Wineland O’Rourke When I was a little girl, I loved spending time at my grandparents. My mind and spirit craved it. Our house was noisy and busy; a stark contrast to theirs. My paternal grandparents lived next door …
In 1988, Bob McCutcheon started his first recording studio, “Alternative Studios” in his mother’s garage. He worked his way through college, engineering and producing local Pittsburgh bands. After graduating from Robert Morris University with a business degree, he pursued a …
by JB Quinn, contributing writer In Rutherford County, Tennessee, Judge Donna Scott reportedly witnessed a juvenile justice system that jailed children regularly and for more extended periods, compared to other counties in the state. In cases such as this, it’s evident that …
by Beth Dolinar, contributing writer Ring the bells that still can ring Forget your perfect offering. There is a crack, a crack in everything. That’s how the light …
Listen to the Music by Dana O’Rourke, contributing writer As the Eat ‘n Park waitress approached the booth where my son Tim, his wife Kelli, and their four children were sitting, their two youngest daughters, ages 4 and 6, broke …
by Deb Casini Klein, Director, I Want to be an Ambassador! It was an honor and an opportunity of a lifetime. Our “I Want To Be An Ambassador” campers met with the Ambassador of Ukraine, Oksana Marvakova at the Embassy …
by Dana Wineland O’Rourke, contributing writer It’s a question most children are asked as early as preschool. “What would you like to be when you grow up?” Answers are sure to include: “Fireman, teacher and doctor.” No one says “School …
