Author Archives: Fran Hart

About Fran Hart

Disciple of Christ, earning a living as the director of US-based operations for a Taiwanese company, managing an engineering organization while carving out time to write. Wife, Mother, Grandmother.

Ga- goo-goo-goo, Ga- gah-gah-gah….Is all I want to say to you

Posted on October 31, 2008 by Fran Hart
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One more day

Posted on October 30, 2008 by Fran Hart

I had just started this blog when a friend led me to the 31 for 21 commitment to raise awareness of Down Syndrome. Not being one to tread lightly, even in dangerous waters, I jumped right in. It’s no surprise … Continue reading →

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Reduce, Reuse, Recycle – Reinvented

Posted on October 30, 2008 by Fran Hart

It’s been a day of spoiling our daughter, son-in-law & grandson. An early Christmas. It was snowing when we woke, so the stage was perfectly set. We “hooked them up” with such items as diapers, a microwave, a “Pack ‘n … Continue reading →

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It just goes to show….you never know

Posted on October 30, 2008 by Fran Hart

In the last week I had many conversations with folks that in hindsight all orbited around the same theme. And in hindsight all contributed to my “readiness” for a conversation that took place Monday. I postponed the posting of this … Continue reading →

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Coffee stains and spit up

Posted on October 29, 2008 by Fran Hart

It’s the end of a long day. I’m wearing coffee from a mishap on the flight and spit-up from my precious grandson. I couldn’t be happier. When I’m able (more time/energy), I’ll elaborate on re-inventing relationships. It’s good to spend … Continue reading →

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Reduce, Reuse, Recycle…and Reinvent

Posted on October 28, 2008 by Fran Hart

This is the first in a series…. Today’s story: Reinvention. It’s an easy tale to tell. It starts with me purchasing a couple of t-shirts I hadn’t tried on. When I tried them on at home, I was uncomfortable with … Continue reading →

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I am not a quitter

Posted on October 27, 2008 by Fran Hart

Just as Marty McFly could predictably be incited by accusations that he was a chicken, the voice in my head that whispers “quitter” brings out my stubborn streak. I quit smoking in 2004 and I’m proud of that. I quit … Continue reading →

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Receiving and Giving

Posted on October 27, 2008 by Fran Hart

“It is more blessed to give than to receive.” You’re hearing this from me 3rd hand. Paul attributes this quote to Jesus in Acts 20:35. From my own experience, the pursuit of tithing (giving 10% of our income) has been … Continue reading →

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45 minutes

Posted on October 26, 2008 by Fran Hart

Long story short: T (our youngest) was home by shortly after 5. Chores were completed well before 6. We had a great conversation this morning over breakfast about: Salary vs. Hourly wages, cash advances, credit, welfare, financial independence…. I can … Continue reading →

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Day 1 of "The New Deal": I Am An American

Posted on October 25, 2008 by Fran Hart

An American CreedI Do Not Choose to Be a Common Man (or woman)It is my right to be uncommon—if I can.I seek opportunity—not security.I do not wish to be a kept citizen, humbled and dulled by having the state look … Continue reading →

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