I am a registered republican (RINO)grandmother ( Italian descent) from New Jersey who lives in Florida. My work history has been mostly as a sales agent in the insurance, consumer products and travel industries. I am a retired Airline sales agent who has past experience in arranging tours while I was living in Brussels for a few years.
As a military brat, I have traveled and resided abroad for several years. I did go to High School and College in New Jersey. In general, my good friends are from either New York or New Jersey. I have 2 adult children whom I admire tremendously with one 13 year old grandson and one gorgeous 2 year old granddaughter. My major hobbies are now blogging, reading, spending time with family and friends, shopping and traveling.
I started blogging as a result of what I viewed as a failure in the judicial and police system in the rendering of justice towards the Trayvon Martin case in 2012. This is when I met other bloggers like Jueseppi B. of Mr. Militant Negro, Xena of Blackbutterfly7, Shannon in Miami, Whonoze writers, and others. I resumed blogging for the 2014 elections and then for the Michael Brown case. In the past few months (January – April 2015), I have started following other interesting bloggers and commenting on their blogs but it has been Jueseppi B. and Dr. Rex of “It is what it is” who have reblogged many of my posts. I am very appreciative of all my followers who have been reblogging, reading and commenting on my work.
Hi Gronda. I was so impressed with your comment on the Jorge Ramos article on THE FIFTH COLUMN and have a request: Can I reproduce the comment as a stand-alone article? I cannot say how impressed I am with your writing and in particular, the comment you left. EVERY comment you’ve made on TFC recently has been outstanding. Thank you. Sheila (Kstreet607)
Dear Sheila (Kstreet 607), Yes you can use my comment on your blog which I admire very much, in any way you wish. Just in case, I also did a very recent blog titled, “WHY THIS RINO WANTS DONALD TRUMP STOPPED,” which may be helpful. Thanks for your support, Gronda
‘It Is What It Is” has been nominated for an award. We would like to pay it forward. There’s no obligation to accept. Just know that your work is admired and valued.
This is my Christmas present to you! Thank you ….
https://hrexach.wordpress.com/2015/12/19/the-dedicated-blogger-award-2/
FELIZ NAVIDAD!! GRAZIE MILLE!! Thank you for this Christmas gift and for this honor. I have been extremely grateful for all your support throughout the years. Hugs, Gronda
On another note …. “It Is What It Is” has been nominated for the “Respect Award” … we’d like to pay it forward. Take a look: https://hrexach.wordpress.com/2016/02/11/respect-award-nominated-by-dear-kitty-some-blog/
….. ❤
Although you’ve been to the blog, I thought I’d officially announce it here. You have received the Respect Award. The Award is at
https://blackbutterfly7.wordpress.com/2016/02/15/the-respect-award/
Dear Xena, Thanks a million times over for this Respect award. I truly enjoyed the video of Johanna dancing to Aretha Franklin. I appreciate this thoughtful gesture very much. Hugs, Gronda
Gronda, you deserve it! I appreciate your support. By the way, if you need help with posting the award on your blog, let me know.
Dear Xena, How did you guess that I did not know how to place this award on my blog? Thanks for your help. Hugs, Onda
LOL! It took me awhile when receiving my first award to learn how to post it. It’s done. Take a look. Let me know if want any changes. (((((Hugs)))))
The “respect award” looks great on my blog1 Thank you for rescuing me one more time. Hugs, Gronda
Congratulations, Gronda!
I have nominated your blog for the Epically Awesome Award.
More about this nomination is at
https://dearkitty1.wordpress.com/2016/02/28/epically-awesome-award-thank-you-paul/
Dear Kitty, I am speechless, a rare event! I am so grateful for this recognition. Thank you for this consideration and for all that you do in the world of blogging, a place where people can civilly differ in views and in the exchange ideas and thoughts.Thank you again, Gronda
My pleasure 🙂 Best wishes for you and your blog!
Blogger Appreciation Award
I am an Australian and absolutely so thankfull to you for the outstanding work you do. It is difficult to get any real info within the aust media. The comprehensive writing and research you do truly allows this ordinary little ossie to grasp some big issues with a clarity otherwise unobtainable. Thankyou so much.
Dear Steele 646,
Welcome to our crazy part of the world. I appreciate your gracious feedback and encouragement on my work. Thanks for stopping by, Gronda
Gronda,
I’ve nominated you for the Versatile Blogger Award. You can read the rules at https://flightattendantfailures.wordpress.com/2016/12/11/versatile-blogger-award/
Dear Xena,
I am thrilled to accept this award. Thanks a million for thinking of me and for all that you do. This is an honor.
Hugs, Gronda
It’s great to join you here. Very informative and well-written posts!
Dear Henry Chamberlain,
Welcome! Thanks for your gracious comments.
Thanks for stopping by, Gronsa