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How a Hurricane Helped This Helicopter Parent

As the nation knows by now, Hurricane Ike packed a wallop on Houston and the surrounding area. We've been without power for 11 days. Workers in downtown Houston just returned yesterday. I'm surprised that none of my colleagues suffered any symptoms from electronic withdrawal, myself included. This is the first... Read more →

Flying in the Eye of Ike

Tornado chasers and hurricane hunters are an interesting bunch. It's exhilarating to watch movies like Twister or The Perfect Storm. It's a completely otherworldly scenario, however, to imagine living in the eye of a storm. Yahoo News gives us an inside look at those brave and edgy Hurricane Hunters. They... Read more →

Oh No! Not Ike!

As Hurricane Ike heads toward the Texas Gulf Coast with Houston in its sight, we sit waiting. People don't realize the psychic pressure generated from 4 million thoughts focused on one event. Coinciding with the anniversary of the 911 tragedy, it's all we can do to remain detached but prepared.... Read more →

Midlife Crisis Cure

SEX! Now that I have your attention... As a former advertising maven, this was usually the starting place from which creative ideas would flow. When Detroit automakers tried to become politically correct, they lost a lot of buyers who just wanted to buy a car that made them feel cool... Read more →