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The New York Giants are usually one of the best teams in the NFL . With Eli Manning they would spark excitement in fans around the league. This year the Giants just don’t have “it” and it has showed in every aspect of their game.  The Giants are 30th in the league in rushing and […]

Furlough Report, Days 10/14 and 11/15 Theme: Laura, Laura, Laura With the furlough hopefully drawing to a close soon, I decided yesterday and today were the perfect days to spend extra time with my daughter. That said, even before the furlough took effect, yesterday (Columbus Day) was slated for a Family Fun Day. By that, […]

On my last day in the office, there was a lot of talk about unemployment in relation to the government shutdown. We knew we could file, but I think all of us hoped we wouldn’t have to, that the shutdown would be short-lived. As we go into Day 8/10, it’s clear that short-lived is not […]

So how else am I spending my furlough days? In the kitchen. I’ve always been an avid baker. Peanut butter banana chocolate chip bread (with bourbon baked in). Chocolate chocolate chip walnut pecan cookies. Limocello cheesecake. Baked french toast casserole. Bacon chocolate chip cupcakes with chocolate ganache. I’ve even gotten to the point where I […]

Why do companies have logos?  Which logos capture our attention and draw us in?  What design best represents our company and what we believe? These questions led us to contemplate, design and defend a company logo.  Every student drew how Lightning Strike should be represented visually.   After casting an attentive eye, students voted.  Three logos […]

If you’ve read my bio, you know that I have a master’s degree in writing and am a published author. (My publications include a short story in “Enhanced Gravity,” a short story in Gargoyle magazine, and a short story in “District Lines.”) But the truth is, despite my passion for writing, I don’t write enough. […]

Maybe not a debate exactly. Dilemma might be a better word. I read a newspaper article early on in this whole furlough situation where a parent referenced having already taken his daughter out of daycare to save money during this uncertain time. As a single mother with a daughter in daycare, his statement honestly confused […]

I’ve been working since I graduated college in 1998. I started my first job one week after graduation, and since that time – for 15 years – I’ve been employed. I’ve had small breaks between jobs – maybe a week here or there. But I’ve never left one job without another one lined up. I’ve […]

(2) Oregon at (16) Washington- Even though this game is in Washington I think it will be hard for Washington to guard the speed of Oregon. De’Anthony Thomas is averaging 8 yards per rush and 19 per reception. Washington has not won against Oregon since 2003 and has lost each game by a average of […]

Sunday, Oct. 20 from noon to 5 p.m. Free Admission Westfield Wheaton (Wheaton Plaza), 11160 Veirs Mill Road The World of Montgomery Festival celebrates the diverse cultural heritages which play an active role in the lives of Montgomery County residents and communities. The festival showcases this rich diversity through food, music, dance, traditional arts and […]