2016-03-19 18:53
I got a sweet email today from my friend PrairieBluestem, asking that I post an update. So, as requested by my buddy, here's an update for you:First, I still have the walking cast. Getting a… Read More
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Documenting mid-life and attempts to become a fully functioning adult. Sanity or pertinence not necessarily guaranteed.
2016-03-19 18:53
I found this site, DirtyFound, and HAD to share it. Y'all, check this out!!! It's a site where people submit things they find, in this case, *dirty* things. Ooh! Why do I feel like an 8th gr… Read More
2016-03-19 18:53
The quotes were intentional, though I guess that sort of indicates that I'm less than happy with the boot, which is *not* the case! I'm relieved to not have a cast, or, worse yet, surgery!Sa… Read More
2016-03-19 18:53
So, after a lovely Christmas and safe traveling, we made it home last night around 6pm. Apparently, there had been rain while we were away. (Cue ominous music) I got out of the car and retri… Read More
2006-12-25 20:06
It's been a while since I've felt like writing, but not necessarily because anything is "wrong". At the moment, actually, things on all fronts, or at least all the ones that really matter, a… Read More
2006-12-07 11:46
In my previous post, I mentioned the weird side of the family. Weird is not always a bad thing, I know, but in this case, the weird part is the hurtful part.Two illustrations follow. I'm not… Read More
2006-12-07 11:14
I'm writing this post at 4:30 AM at my Mother's house in Florida. I'm here because my uncle died Tuesday. There was no question but that I needed to be here with my family, though my husband… Read More
2006-11-08 23:45
Election 2006 is over, and there were quite a few changes made, thankfully. The Republicans no longer control the Congress, which is a marvelous turn of events. I'm disappointed, however, th… Read More
2006-11-04 18:14
This is from Prairie Bluestem's blog:1. Grab the nearest book.2. Open the book to page 123.3. Find the fifth sentence.4. Post the text of the next four sentences on your blog, along with the… Read More
2006-10-30 18:37
If you've been reading this blog recently you know that a lot has been going on in my family. The good news is that my youngest sister is doing well, beginning a new job, and making nice fri… Read More
2006-10-30 18:22
Why can't I find York apples anywhere near me??? Oh, the pain!!! I love apples, regardless, but I most especially love York apples.I first had them at Halloween of 1992, and I've craved them… Read More
2006-10-29 17:10
Well, after a very emotional week at hubby's late wife's father's funeral, I was unprepared to learn Saturday night that my favorite uncle was diagnosed Friday, unexpectedly, with inoperable… Read More
2006-10-24 04:55
Hubby and I flew back to Nashville last night around 7:30pm. We were gone for 10 days, traveling about 1400 miles by rental car around Minnesota and Wisconsin, combining several missions … Read More
2006-10-18 02:46
At about 4pm on Friday, October 13, 2006, I completed a promise I made years ago. My late husband, Lance, asked me to promise that I would eventually spread his ashes at the Headwaters of th… Read More
2006-10-09 21:32
http://www.thercg.org/youth/index.htmlToday I was made aware that, according to the Restored Church of God, blogging is sinful!!! Oy vey!!! I can't believe there is actually a sin I didn't a… Read More
2006-10-06 03:33
Seven songs I'm into right now:1. "When You Say Nothing At All" -- Allison Krause -- because I saw her perform on PBS tonight.2. "Coyote" -- Joni Mitchell3. "Life short. Call now." -- Bruce… Read More
2006-10-06 03:25
I admit to being anti-Republican party as a rule. I also admit to being unabashedly supportive of fully equal rights for homosexuals, and destigmatization of this group of human beings. That… Read More
2006-09-26 02:41
Thank you, all of you who've written to check on me lately. :) I am very grateful for such kindnesses! I am fine; I had to go to my sister's unexpectedly last week, but everything's fine the… Read More
2006-09-15 20:24
I have a big job to do in October. I have to scatter the ashes of my late husband. I am a little freaked out about this, which surprises me a little. I thought I was a little tougher than I… Read More
2006-09-12 01:57
Now doesn't that look like someone you'd want to have as a friend, or maybe even a cousin, or brother? Based on what I've learned about Mr. McDonald in preparing this post, I think that he d… Read More
2006-09-08 19:34
My very wonderful family doc sent me to an Endocrinologist to explore treatment options for the symptoms of Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome, which I've known I've had for about 17 years now. Mor… Read More
2006-09-08 19:34
My very wonderful family doc sent me to an Endocrinologist to explore treatment options for the symptoms of Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome, which I've known I've had for about 17 years now. Mor… Read More
2006-09-08 00:10
Hubby and I have to be in Minneapolis - St. Paul and Madison, WI during mid-October. Does anyone out there have suggestions for fun places to go or good restaurants to try? We need tips!I so… Read More
2006-09-08 00:10
Hubby and I have to be in Minneapolis - St. Paul and Madison, WI during mid-October. Does anyone out there have suggestions for fun places to go or good restaurants to try? We need tips!I so… Read More
2006-09-08 00:06
News from the recent past:1. I just learned of an organization called Angel Food Ministries, that provides low-cost groceries to anyone who chooses to ask for them. Their web site has the de… Read More
2006-08-31 03:06
Having the weight of my sister's court appearances out of the way, hubby and I got to actually ENJOY each other for a change. This past weekend was busy busy busy!On Saturday, we attended a… Read More
2006-08-29 18:17
Well, folks, I am happy to report that my sister retained primary physical custody of her children, and was awarded enough child support to definitely make a difference in their quality of l… Read More
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