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Gail Marshall
Can we talk — in French, Spanish or German?
There is a story in The Modesto Bee that talks about the demand for employees who are bilingual. That doesn’t mean someone who had four years of Spanish or French in school. It means someone who is fluent.
I took several years of Spanish, a year of Russian and two years of French, which I passed with good grades. But [...]
How to outsmart the evil S.A.T. test
Mommies of teens, start your engines. The marathon training known as S.A.T. test preparation is on. Take heart, help is on the way.
We had a great kid who scored 2400 on KYNO radio today during the Alan Autry Show. (Jump in on the Web site, www.940kyno.com and click audio to hear it for yourself.) His [...]
Let Uncle Jay explain news to the kids (and moms, too)
Are you stumped on how to answer the kids’ queries on the important events of the day to the kids? Well, you’re in luck. The always-current Bill McEwen, columnist at The Bee and talk show host on 940KYNO, has introduced me to my new internet commentator, Uncle Jay Explains The News. Simple language for kids [...]
Mothers grieve globally
The front-page headline in today’s Fresno Bee says, “A lost ‘brother’” but all I could think of was “a lost mother.”
My condolences go out to Carol Piercy, mother of Staff Sgt. Brian Piercy, whose funeral was held Friday in Peoples Church. I met Carol several years ago, doing a story on her for The Fresno [...]
Diaper drama: Oh, poo
“Cloth diapers?” I said, trying to be respectful and open-minded. ”You are joking, right?”
I met a very bright and serious law student a couple of weeks ago, Ashley Allred of San Joaquin College of Law. Concerns about the disposable diapers in the landfills are motivating new parents to return to cloth diapers, she told me, describing an [...]
Daryl Hannah embarrasses herself
Daryl Hannah — you’re a lovely actress, but when it comes to being a mom, well, sweetie, just stick to playing one in the movies. This childless actress has all kinds of strict advice for other people — pretty weird stuff. For example, no actress should adopt a child unless she stops working and never has any help. Oh, and parents [...]
Best gift ever for Father’s Day
I was brainstorming with my buddy, Feleena Sutton, the other day on 940KYNO talk radio. We were exchanging ideas on the air for Father’s Day. My sweet husband, Rich, wants a fancy, new cell phone (easy one, check!) and a Grizzlies game (also easy, tickets in hand, thanks to friends with connections.) Feleena is the greatest cook, so she gives her [...]
Harris Ranch’s bodacious blueberry cobbler
Need something easy but great for the holiday potluck or any occasion this summer? Enjoy this recipe from chef Anthony Hagans at Harris Ranch.
John Harris hosted the hilarious and intelligent Dennis Miller at the ranch last week. Yes, that Dennis Miller – actor, comedian, radio talk show host and wise cracker extraordinaire. So I’m listening on 940 KYNO [...]
Are you a multitasking mama?
It is a scene familiar to all moms. You’re on the sofa, laptop open to your Facebook page. Your cell is rumbling on the table, demanding your attention like a temper tantrum. The TV is tuned to Sandra Lee, and you’re trying to write down that paella recipe for dinner. Your iPod is in your pocket ready [...]
Valley Mom on “Oprah” Friday
Martha Tessmer of Madera is scheduled to be on “Oprah” today as part of the star’s campaign against distracted driving.
The Tessmer family suffered a tragic loss when their son, Donovan, was killed in a traffic accident. A teen-age family friend, Danica Lacy, was driving. She was distracted by a group of friends in the car. Martha and [...]
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