John Dittrich

Frances “Fanny” Wright was the first American woman to speak publicly against slavery and for the equality of women. Born in Scotland, Fanny was brought up in homes of several relatives, including James Milne, a m […]

Hi Fearless Travelers,

I have been wondering if anyone else suffers from “Sad to be home” Syndrome or “The traveler’s blues”. Do you find yourself impossible to live with or miserable when you return from a tr […]

Earlier this year, I made a bold career move after working in the same place for years.

I knew that life as I had known it was going to change – and that was both a terrifying and exhilarating e […]

“When you realize you are an eagle, don’t eat the chickens.”Jill “J.R.” Labbe, Vice President of Communications and Community AffairsJPS Health Network
I recently heard an extraordinary panel of women leaders in […]

Gandhi said, ” Be Truthful, Gentle and Fearless”

But what does that quote mean for a woman at work or in a leadership position?

Truthful – At work it means standing up for what is right, but at the same […]

Have you ever wanted to do something like take up a new hobby or find a new owner? 
Well, I am here to say “DON’T DELAY”!! I was picked up on the rough streets of Southlake, on the prowl, looking to make a chang […]

This is your worst nightmare. You have been “abused” In the real world – it is torture!

You are a young mother with two small children and you are living that nightmare! Your husband has repeatedly assau […]

There’s a chill in the air, sending off a clear signal that summer has come to an end, and fall is here. Students of all ages are filing back into the classroom with the same mixed emotions we all have felt at on […]

Helen Keller, who became blind, deaf and mute from an early childhood illness, once wrote, “Faith is the strength by which a shattered world shall emerge into the light.” She was and is right.
Like many bre […]

I am not sure why I am writing this blog on http://www.plaid.wpengine.com, except for the fact that I do know a lot about women. In fact, I am an expert on women. I am married to one. I also have a mom, a daughter, a […]

MARGARET CHASE SMITH
December 14,1897- May 29, 1995
Today we are honoring one of the most well-known women in our modern history, Margaret Chase Smith. Born in Skowhegan, ME, a descendant of immigrants and the […]

Sugar has gotten a bad rap and everyone has a sweet tooth so we are always looking for a substitute.

They come by many names, Sweet’N Low, saccharin, Nutra-sweet, Equal, aspartame, Acesulfame-K, Sunett, […]

Teach your family and friends something fun this year and share ways that kids can get green going back to school. As society becomes more educated about sustainable products, there are a lot of options available […]

Continuing your education while working full-time is a worthwhile but time intensive measure. It requires dedication, focus and discipline.

It also helps if your boss is supportive of your educational […]

As I look back on the few pictures I have of Lora at the age of two, I’m amazed that I wasn’t more concerned about her small size, pale complexion, and a belly that distended farther than it should. She was a h […]

I first heard of business coaching in France. When someone told me they had a coach, I asked “What sport?” I confess I was skeptical at first. However, after watching the results of the process with several long […]

I have been fortunate to have parents who never tell me I can’t do what I set out to do, in terms of my aspirations. My mother and father are also brutally honest, as well; telling me to be secure in my decision m […]

Accountability equals Attrustability. They go hand in hand. How?

Yes, attrustability is a new word, totally made up by Lauren Midgley who works with individuals and business owners on their accountability, […]