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About Kate Crimmins

Retired Human Resources executive with two bossy cats ready to share insights, experiences and wisdom to make you laugh and think in new ways.

The Christmas card tradition

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Every year I get more reluctant to write the cards. It’s not a lot of work. The addresses are on labels. It’s a matter of signing and slapping on labels and stamps. When I was younger I embraced the whole … Continue reading

Random 5 for December 20 – Star Wars, accidents, reactions, doctor offices, holidays

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A long time ago in a galaxy far far away – No, I didn’t see the new Star Wars but it is on the beloved husbands “to do” list. Reviews sound good so I’m sure he will enjoy. I’ll be … Continue reading

Sassy cats – more dog stories, the Rotti grand pup

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My step-daughter had a Rottweiler dog when she was in college. He was good protection especially when she went running. Despite how fierce he looked, he was a beloved pampered pet. She always brought him home when she visited her … Continue reading

Another round of odds and ends

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Nada! I don’t have much today! After a round of not feeling well followed by a cat not feeling well, creative inspiration has taken a holiday! My cat Mollie is doing much better but not yet 100%. (Thanks for all … Continue reading

Poor Mollie — For Animal Lovers

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Yesterday, sweet Mollie cat went in for dental surgery. I am not good at that sort of thing. I took her food away at midnight as instructed. When I did my potty run at 3 a.m., she was all chipper … Continue reading

Random 5 for December 13 – Death, fetishes, forgetfulness, consumerism, sickness

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Well Merry Christmas! – Our very first holiday card was the notification of the death of a classmate of the beloved husband. Not a good omen. Technically it wasn’t a holiday card but a notecard. It would be hard to … Continue reading

Stalked by facial recognition doohickeys!

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Sometimes I look things up on-line. Product-type things. To find out typical prices and look at reviews. Many times I never buy it but it stalks me. For a long time. I had a new one happen to me last … Continue reading