Farmer's Markets: future investment or economic guffaw?

I felt like a linebacker running back and forth between the hundreds of people while my husband waited on the thirty-person line, sheepishly wondering why I always talk him into venturing to the Pleasantville farmers market. But I was off, grabbing for that piece of organic bread, this strawberry pie, or that cup of homemade lobster bisque. My usual friendly bravado was gone. It was almost 11 and they were selling out fast. This is serious. Do I really feel healthier eating a hamburger born, raised, and grazed in upstate New York? How high is too high of a price? Somehow I feel that by going the extra mile, or 5 in my case, and spending the extra dollar, I help out local farmers and eat healthier. I think that many Americans feel the same way.

New guidelines in single-sex public education

I thought the topic of single-sex education was hot, but it just got hotter. Just checked the National Associaton for Single Sex Public education website. And I thought I might have to change my thesis topic. Since last year the US Department of Education created new guidelines for single-sex classrooms. There is a new buzz around the topic. Many more studies have begun. The journalist in me says thanks. Dr. Sax says thanks as well.