Monthly Archives: February 2012

I found this quote in my planner and think it serves as a good reminder for a successful existence. Look up and not down; Look forward and not back; Look out and not in; Lend a Hand. Edward Everett Hale … Continue reading →

Senator Amy Klobuchar delivered a powerful speech on domestic abuse at the 27th Annual Domestic Abuse Luncheon in Lakeville this afternoon.   The fact that almost 300 people attended  this event indicates the importance our community places on curtailing this harmful behavior.  … Continue reading →

I had the opportunity to attend a book discussion with Duchess Harris yesterday.  She talked about the activities that prompted her to write BLACK FEMINIST POLITICS FROM KENNEDY TO OBAMA.   It started when she at a college in Pennsylvania.   She talked about a controversial event … Continue reading →

I had an exceptional afternoon.  I toured the 1968 exhibit at the Minnesota Historical Center and then watched the History Theatre production of 1968: The Year That Rocked the World.  Both presentations did a great job of summarizing a year that had … Continue reading →

Last night,  DFL Senate District 38 had a very respectable turnout for its Precinct Caucus at Eagan High School.  It is always fun to talk with people from your neighborhood.  The mood was upbeat and attendees seemed intent on making changes … Continue reading →