Katie's Corner

  When I was around the age of eleven years old I was going through a great deal. During that time, my main focus was schooling, ballet, and trying to be a good daughter. In spite of all this, one of the few things I had was television, and would try to watch what I could when I had the time. One of the shows I vividly remember watching - at least once or twice was the ABC series “Castle”. Unfortunately I never fully got into the series but tucked it in the back of my brain for years to come. Most recently Lifetime channel brought back   “Castle” for regular viewing and I decided (in the midst of decorating for Christmas and doing housework when I am not in class) to start the show from the start. The series is a mix of drama, light-hearted humor, investigating murder mysteries, and the partnership of the two leads Richard Castle (Nathan Fillion) and Katherine “Kate” Beckett (Stana Katic). The latter is a young, but strong and well-knowledged NYPD homicide detective, while Cas...

Wishing the Happiest of Birthdays to the most dutiful, inspiring and honorable mother. Thank-you for the many sacrifices you have made through the years, being a resolute beacon of light which has sustained me. Because of you, I have been bestowed a vast amount of knowledge and insight which walks alongside me each day. You have gifted me a deep appreciation for education and learning, especially as I continue into college. With you being a single mother since I was eight, I have watched you suffer, yet hold the strongest conviction in faith. In times of complete darkness, you had the insight to keep me going in ballet and fight excruciatingly to homeschool me. I love you more than you will ever know, and I am thankful to God, Jesus Christ and all the angels and saints for blessing me with you as my mother. You are the most dignified and principled woman I know, not to mention your incredible service in Law Enforcement.                ...