
Whitney Houston belted out an inspiring, rousing and heart-wrenching rendition of the Star Spangled Banner that was so powerful it brought tears to people’s eyes. Published 8:56 p.m. February 12, 2012 - Comments
Perhaps the silver lining to the Kardashian/Humphries divorce is the contrast it will provide as a backdrop to the ongoing fight for marriage equality. Published 1:02 p.m. February 11, 2012 - Comments
Civilians, politicians and media personalities are beating the drums for a national day of parades honoring Iraq War veterans. But how do veterans feel? Published 7:34 p.m. February 10, 2012 - Comments
While a baby is a wonderful addition to a family, it’s important to reconnect with your partner after the arrival. Here are some ideas to restart the romance. Published 4:16 p.m. February 10, 2012 - Comments

Lisa M. Ruth is an observer and commentator on a huge, and eclectic, selection of topics. She ponders everything from food to education, parenting to politics, sports to pets, travel to the environment, and everything in between. Name any topic ...
Read MoreWhitney Houston belted out an inspiring, rousing and heart-wrenching rendition of the Star Spangled Banner that was so powerful it brought tears to people’s eyes.
Somehow, though, when a celebrity of Whitney Houston's status dies far before her time, we are collectively saddened by the abruptness of a life cut short, especially one that may not have been lived to its fullest.
Perhaps the silver lining to the Kardashian/Humphries divorce is the contrast it will provide as a backdrop to the ongoing fight for marriage equality.
Civilians, politicians and media personalities are beating the drums for a national day of parades honoring Iraq War veterans. But how do veterans feel?
While a baby is a wonderful addition to a family, it’s important to reconnect with your partner after the arrival. Here are some ideas to restart the romance.

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Lisa M. Ruth is an observer and commentator on a huge, and eclectic, selection of topics. She ponders everything from food to education, parenting to politics, sports to pets, travel to the environment, and everything in between. Name any topic and, guaranteed, she will have an opinion.
Lisa started her career as a CIA analyst, where she won several distinguished awards for her coverage of nationally-important events. After leaving the government, she joined a private intelligence firm in South Florida as Vice President, Research & Analysis.
In addition to tracking down bad guys, Lisa writes for Donne Tempo Magazine, an exceptional travel, culinary and feature online publication, and The Wall Street Transcript.
Her true loves are her family and friends, her dogs, nature, books, chocolate, and sleeping late.