Author Archives: Tricia Ransom

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About Tricia Ransom

Patricia Ransom: wife, daughter, friend. Learning, laughing, living. Chicago, Illinois, downstate. Townie, urbanite, traveller. Note: The opinions expressed on this blog belong solely to me and should not be assumed to reflect the opinions of any of my employers past, current, or future.

Values and Training: How Do You Define Yourself?

Posted on December 10, 2009 by Tricia Ransom

“No single act accurately defines a person, but an adherence to a strong set of values does. “ — Jim Watkins Everyone lives their professional and private lives according to a set of values. You might not have  articulated yours, but we all … Continue reading →

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Reflections

Posted on December 9, 2009 by Tricia Ransom

There are times, days, moments even, when you realize that life is good, and everything is as it should be. Then there are times when you’re in the midst of an upheaval so catastrophic you can barely remember to breathe. … Continue reading →

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Part I: Learning About Learning From My Ancestors — Mama

Posted on November 29, 2009 by Tricia Ransom

I’m rather fixated on learning. Actually, I don’t think I’m fixated; rather, I think that learning is just an inherent part of me. An inherent part that is inherited. Here is the beginning of my history, and you’ll soon see … Continue reading →

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What I’ve Learned about Photography, Knitting, and Feedback

Posted on November 24, 2009 by Tricia Ransom

The purpose of this blog is to document my thoughts, ideas, and journeys through learning. PHOTOGRAPHY Right now, I’m learning photography, and it’s soooo much harder than I thought it would be. I mean, I have a digital camera, so … Continue reading →

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Thoughts From My Window

Posted on November 22, 2009 by Tricia Ransom

I’m sitting in our dining room looking out our windows at this great city of Chicago. We’re on the 10th floor, and look south over the Museum of Science and Industry and east over Lake Michigan. On a clear day … Continue reading →

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