2019-09-06 07:08
Facebook, the social media giant, giant time suck, sometimes inspires me when I see some heartfelt posts.Yeah, I know, I'm getting soft. What of it?Yesterday's post that prompted… Read More
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2019-09-03 00:51
In my previous post, I mentioned how I've been crocheting, which is probably the last thing anyone would think I'd ever do.I have never been artsy craftsy. You won't find any painted ceramic… Read More
2019-09-01 22:22
Yes, my lovelies, a lot has happened since I was a regular poster. For example, I've gotten OLDER. Physically, my body is decrepit. Aches and pains galore. I should have purchased that exten… Read More
2019-08-30 04:50
It's been over a year since I last posted. Shame on me. It feels good to confess my sin.I hope you're still here, because I think I'm coming back. I hate to have to beg you to respond.I got… Read More
2018-05-03 05:00
I am participating in Mama Kat's Writers Workshop again. I've been gone a long time, but I am confident you all got along great during my absence.I am doing TWO prompts today (perhaps to mak… Read More
2018-05-02 01:27
I am an addict. Gee, that's hard to write, yet it is very cathartic to admit this failing. I am powerless over my addiction to diet soda.Diet Coke Zero is my drug of choice, but as my addict… Read More
2018-04-30 05:31
We've had a busy month of April. Or maybe the busyness was nine months prior to April, in several years. As Spring is the harbinger of new birth, our family is no exception. We had a ba… Read More
2018-04-10 05:23
This.boy. Our eleventh grandchild.Sean.Perfect. Beautiful blue eyes.Happy.This bringer of joy, this restorer of hope and childlike wonder. This little guy who knows only love.He celebrated h… Read More
2018-03-23 04:31
Hi. I'm waving at you. Yeah, over here, it's Kim. Remember me? I've missed our little chats.It's been ages since I blogged. What has been happening to me and those in my life?The Boy is now… Read More
2017-05-04 20:19
Once again, I am compelled to write one of Sioux Roslawski's book blurbs. Here the picture which serves as the book's cover:Parenting: The Ultimate Customer Service CareerHow You Can Manage… Read More
2017-03-31 04:28
Sioux Roslawski is the inspiration for (last Friday's and) today's post. The goal is to write a book blurb from the following picture:I'm such a slacker I'm doing a two-fer to make up for it… Read More
2017-02-24 16:10
Sioux Roslawski is the inspiration for today's post. The goal is to write a book blurb from the following picture:Since I'm not known to follow rules, you can view Sioux's page to get all th… Read More
2017-02-23 09:07
Today's post is inspired by Mama Kat. The prompt I chose: Show us a place you love to visit.I used to be able to say that I was a vagabond, eager to take roads to see where they go, mov… Read More
2017-02-19 02:23
I'm a day late. Despite my tardiness,Sioux Roslawski offers this photo as inspiration to for this week's book blurb:Visit Sue's site to get all the particulars about how to play along.But yo… Read More
2017-02-10 05:45
The oh-so clever Sioux Roslawski hosts the weekly Back of the Book Blurb extravaganza, where you write a book blurb (synopsis and/or reader's reviews) for a book - based on a picture of Siou… Read More
2017-02-08 07:55
Ever since I was a child, I was interested in politics. The first election that got my interest was Richard Nixon's first term.I taught my young niece to say "yucky" when I showed her a pict… Read More
2016-10-28 05:14
My writer friend, Sue Roslawski, is hosting Back of the Book Blurb Friday, where you write a book blurb based on a photo of her choosing. The word limit is 150 (not including the title of yo… Read More
2016-10-26 05:01
Today's word from Lynn's envelope of random writing prompts: ENVYIf I were to think about the Seven Deadly Sins (Greed, Sloth, Envy, Pride, Covetousness, Anger, and Gluttony), I'd say I've s… Read More
2016-10-25 05:36
Today's post courtesy of Lynn's random word envelope. The word of the day is:GIANTTake a trip inside my inner dialogue. My pep talk with myself. My daily affirmations. Call it what you will… Read More
2016-10-17 05:17
Haven't you always wanted to be a serial killer?No?Me either...until now. It's high time I cull the herd.Now before you alert the authorities, let me explain.I'm trying to write writin… Read More
2016-09-02 02:03
This post is thanks to Mama Kat and her pretty much world famous Writer's Workshop. The prompt I selected:Write a post where the first and last sentence contain any form of the word “f… Read More
2016-06-24 02:44
I am a lousy blogger, a disinterested housekeeper, and a fair-to-middling mother. What I think I excel at are procrastination and being a Grandma, which is the best gig ever.All of that bein… Read More
2016-05-07 05:33
I haven't posted in a long time. It's nice to be back, though I had to reacquaint myself with Blogger.Mother's Day (and my approaching decrepitude) have me thinking about what advice I would… Read More
2015-11-10 07:16
Hope is being able to see that there is light despite all of the darkness.Desmond TutuOur neighbor's porch light, a bright green, shines in the darkness in remembrance of a loved sibling who… Read More
2015-11-05 10:39
Today's post is inspired by Mama Kat: Tell us about something new you learned last month.On Halloween, we gathered at Ruth's house for chili, hot dogs, and cheesecake.WHAT I LEARNED FRO… Read More
2015-11-04 11:05
The following is a rambling brain dump of the latest goings on.I'm home!I've vacated the capital city and returned to the family compound. Friday was my last day of work - and I started a ne… Read More
2015-08-26 05:25
At my apartment in the capital city, I have a modest TBR (To Be Read) pile of books on my table.They whisper "Read me, Slacker. Don't you want to open up our covers and read a good story?"I'… Read More
2015-08-24 04:01
It's been a long time.I've missed writing (and especially reading) posts.I think the fog is lifting in this bout with depression. If I had to rate the shittiness of my outlook, I can comfort… Read More
2015-04-30 13:06
Tonight, I read a lovely blog post from my Listen to Your Mother friend, Melissa. She's fighting cancer, but is not a victim - she is kind and caring and an inspiration. You should read her… Read More
2015-04-23 12:31
Mama Kat provides the inspiration today:Write about someone who made your childhood bearableWhen I was a kid, I never missed not having a sister (that came later). I was fortunate to have br… Read More
2015-04-14 01:08
We've all known females like this. The princesses, adored.We've all waited for them to show up, to be awed by perfection.They time their arrival, eager to make an entrance - to get all the a… Read More
2015-04-08 06:47
Today's post is inspired by Mama Kat. I'm a day early in posting this - sue me, I'm impatient.Write a blog post inspired by the word: born.Disclaimer: The following facts were told to me, I… Read More
2015-04-02 12:55
Today's inspiration comes courtesy of Mama Kat and her Pretty Much World Famous Writer's Workshop. And April is National Poetry Month, so I thought I could kill two birds with one stone.Writ… Read More
2015-03-17 06:37
I got up from the floor and gathered my clothing, shivering as much from shock as from the air-conditioned living room. Immediately, I locked the front door, providing me a sliver of securit… Read More
2015-03-16 23:30
Today's been a bit tough, emotionally. I had all sorts of silly/stupid/scary thoughts in my head, and I got a bit weepy a time or two.What the hell have I done, telling my secret? I don't ca… Read More
2015-03-16 06:27
WARNING: Disturbing stuff ahead. This is the hardest post I've ever written. It's raw and ugly, and I didn't finish the story...but it's enough for now.Almost anything can set me off:St… Read More
2015-03-15 02:14
For six months now, I've been leading a double life. No, I'm not a spy gathering international secrets in foreign lands.And I'm not involved in a lurid love affair with a dashing gentle… Read More
2015-02-12 02:21
I been writing-averse lately. Living in the capital city, I am not in contact with my writer friends (except on Facebook). I've stopped attending meetings for the two writers' groups I am a… Read More
2014-11-08 17:45
Corrections to my post:Gagan read what I wrote and offered these comments:Diwali is also known as Deepawali.The red lentil patties (made by a neighbor) are called vadas.I've been invited to… Read More
2014-10-25 05:54
I just finished my third week of work in the state capital city.For the first two weeks, I stayed in dumps hotels. The first hotel WAS a dump. What they lacked in decor and amenities, they m… Read More
2014-10-01 04:11
Back in 1989, I made the biggest move of my life: My girls and I drove from Western Pennsylvania all the way to San Diego, California.I left my mom, my friends, and the only area that I call… Read More
2014-09-25 17:13
Looking for a job IS a job.Finding a job IS exciting. The job I've been offered means upheaval on a grand scale. It offers opportunities for all of us; it also means sacrifices.It looks like… Read More
2014-09-23 00:48
Russell and Seth reading a family book that shows life imitating art - and art imitating life (though the boys are not bears).April 3, 2015 is a great day to be born.And to add to the antici… Read More
2014-09-21 05:58
About a month ago, I received a Facebook invitation from Tammy. When I clicked the link, it said, "Tammy is Having a Granny's Night In!" For an instant, I thought Tammy's job at the nur… Read More
2014-09-11 12:41
I'm not much of a goal-setter. Setting goals involves planning (shudder). I am not a planner. Inconsistency is my game.I'm a procrastinator, and I'm good at it. Oh sure, I have the occasiona… Read More
2014-08-31 15:59
The Boy has survived his first two weeks at community college. He's not enthusiastic about his classes (just remedial stuff), but he isn't balking about going.Still no financial aid, but we'… Read More
2014-08-15 00:58
It's been a rough month week. First, we've had the shooting of the unarmed young man in the St. Louis area and the accompanying riots and unrest that is ongoing. I/we live far… Read More
2014-08-12 03:31
I had just opened the door after work and had taken one step across the threshold when The Boy rushed up to tell me this sad news: "Mom, Robin Williams hanged himself today! I can't believe… Read More
2006-06-07 11:16
I like to tempt Fate; I like to defy the odds.Call me a rebel.I wrote another story for Listen To Your Mother: St. Louis...and two years in a row, was chosen to audition for a spot.I went fo… Read More
2006-06-07 11:16
Creative Commons, courtesy ofchrissatchwellI completed my first week at work on Friday. This whole returning to the human (or rat) race is a lot of work, let me tell you!I am busy in my effo… Read More
2006-06-07 11:16
Mama Kat provides the inspiration today with her prompt A childhood pet...where are they now?They're dead, Mama Kat (just like most of my childhood hopes and dreams). I'm 56 years old… Read More
2006-06-07 11:16
So far, the month of January has been quite an adventure.I lost my job and filed for unemployment.The Boy got a part in the high school Spring musical. They're doing Shrek: The Musical, and… Read More
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