january 28, 2018
“At times our own light goes out and is rekindled by a spark from another person. Each of us has cause to think with deep gratitude of those who have lighted the flame within us.” ~ Albert Schweitzer … Continued
june 13, 2017
“Who wouldn’t feel happy upon receiving a bonus at work, being rescued from a mountain cliff, or clean water to drink in a desert? The trick is cultivating gratitude for the things we take for granted, and even the people … Continued
february 23, 2017
“This week: Stop stressing over shitty people.” ~ Unknown The lunch ladies had special treats today. Mama Heis (Elaine) was in town and wanted to have lunch with the lunch ladies. She drove by campus to pick up … Continued
october 7, 2016
“Respect yourself enough to say ‘I deserve peace,’ and walk away from people or things that prevent you from attaining it.” ~ Jerico Silvers Mama Heis (Crystal’s mom, Elaine) came to town and she joined the lunch ladies … Continued
june 5, 2016
“Listen to the wind. It talks. Listen to the silence. It speaks. Listen to your heart. It knows.” ~ Unknown This afternoon Marie and Robert Dale threw a high school graduation party for their oldest grandchild, Alexis (left). … Continued
november 18, 2015
“Try not to get lost in comparing yourself to others. Discover your gifts and let them shine!” ~ Jennie Finch The Lunch Ladies made a trek to the University’s latest eatery, la Madeleine. It seemed fitting that we should … Continued
october 31, 2015
“Let us never know what old age is. Let us know the happiness time brings, not count the years.” ~ Ausonius Look at those smiles. This was exactly what I’d hoped for at the reception, and every picture … Continued
october 30, 2015
“You can’t make everyone happy. You are not pizza.” ~ Unknown The artist’s reception for Sacred Spaces was held this evening at First Presbyterian Church’s gallery. Stacy, Marie, and Crystal took off work early to help me set … Continued
august 26, 2015
“We get so worried about being pretty. Let’s be pretty kind; pretty funny; pretty smart; pretty strong.” ~ Unknown Special Collections had our Open House today to mark the first day of classes. It’s always a fun time, … Continued
june 4, 2015
“If you cannot be positive, then at least be quiet.” ~ Joel Osteen Stacy Yelton received her 15 year service charm today. She started in radio, was laid off, then came back to the libraries. This service pin was … Continued