by Barbara Dee | Jun 9, 2021 | Carpe Diem!, Learning
Nonfiction writers often want to include a story featuring someone who, in their eyes, played a villainous role at some point in the author’s life. The writer wonders if changing the name is “enough,” or they further disguise the subject by using a different gender,...
by Barbara Dee | Jun 9, 2021 | Carpe Diem!, Leadership
My answer could be different at different times, depending on what life lesson I’m being “hit up side the head with” at the moment. But, most any time, I would have to say that I’d relish the opportunity to gift this understanding to any young person, my past younger...
by Barbara Dee | May 26, 2021 | Author Spotlight, Carpe Diem!
When Bob Carroll started getting inquiries about possible “quantity discounts” for his book, he knew that either a college professor, veteran’s group, or book club was interested. How exciting! “Ike’s Go-To Guy” is the life story of Paul T. Carroll, told in loving...
by Barbara Dee | May 26, 2021 | Carpe Diem!, Leadership
Probably, like me, you are thinking that you recognize this as part of the “Hippocratic Oath.” From ancient Greek medical texts, this “oath” is the earliest known account showing that physicians are expected to uphold specific ethical standards. In a book...
by Barbara Dee | May 26, 2021 | Carpe Diem!, Learning
…mental calmness, composure, and evenness of temper, especially in a difficult situation. “She accepted both the good and the bad with equanimity.” “His sense of humor allowed him to face adversaries with equanimity.” The demanding situations and crises...
by Barbara Dee | Apr 30, 2021 | Author Spotlight, Carpe Diem!
Congratulations to Josue Lopez, Cuban-born but truly an American success story. His book was first published in English and has been well-received. As one reviewer said, “From humble roots, Josue Lopez learned something new every day. A determined young man, he...
