Author Archives: S. J. Tagliareni

No words can have real meaning in the light of the madness in Aurora.How do you find meaning in such a senseless massacre? My heart bleedsfor all those today whose lives have been ended or shattered.Like all others I feel … Continue reading →

The tragedy in Colorado raises again the issue of the total lack of our political leadership regarding the ban on assault weapons,and a gun policy that is more in tune with the desires of the American people.My grandfather and father … Continue reading →

When I was a young man my country suffered a serious wound with the intolerant witch hunt by Senator Joseph McCarthy. It was an ugly stain on the wondrous essential values that have made this democracy a shining light on … Continue reading →

Most of us pick up at least one grudge along the way.We have a file stored in our minds and souls about why we still feel anger and hurt. Our case is clear and anyone with an open mind would … Continue reading →

There is something so rewarding about performing unexpected acts of kindness for others. The smile that occurs or the grateful word do more for the giver than the person who is the recipient. It makes an ordinary day extraordinary when … Continue reading →

There are three words that have a large influence on our lives.The words are wish,want and choose. Wish is a marvelous one that is usually connected to our fantasies.There are many things we wish for but usually don’t spend a … Continue reading →

I cannot repeat the plea to assist anyone you know that is in the throes of the job search too often.It is almost impossible to provide anyone with a job by merely calling a friend or passing on a resume. … Continue reading →

Three years ago yesterday my Mother in law Dorothy Murray died.This marvelous woman had many roles in her ninety something years on this earth but her most telling name was “Nana.” She had such a zest for life and adults … Continue reading →

I am giving an open invitation to anyone who is unemployed to ask for ongoing counseling and support via email. This recession has produced a new group of people who have had successful careers but now in the middle of … Continue reading →

I just watched a heart wrenching program on HBO about the middle class unemployed families on Long Island. These were hard working people who played by all the rules and now in their middle years are facing financial ruin. The … Continue reading →