Initially when everything closed because of the virus, it was supposed to be for two weeks. Although annoying, you can do anything for two weeks. I looked at it as an opportunity to do things I don’t normally do. I … Continue reading
Author Archives: Kate Crimmins
Random 3 for September 6 – Fall, spelling, pictures
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We are celebrating the holiday weekend here with an abbreviated random post. Come September – Just like a switch, the overnight temperature dropped to 59 degrees (15C). That’s a first since I can’t remember – maybe early May? We are … Continue reading
Sassy cats — Hop on the bus Gus!
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I’ve been known to sing that song to Gus. He told me to keep my day job (which is serving the cats). Here is what’s going on this week. Gus and Sasha have a sort of truce/friendship. She doesn’t snarl … Continue reading
Getting a reboot
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“It’s a hot mess in there!” I had worked for over forty years so when I retired, I was ready. There are a very few things I miss though. I don’t miss all day budget meetings or constant conflict. I … Continue reading
Random 5 for August 30 – Timing, fall, service, fantasy, music,
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Houses – The beloved husband and I have been working on downsizing for at least five years. We can’t agree on the same house. Within the last year we have seen several houses that I put in the “20 years … Continue reading
Sassy cats – Dribs and drabs
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Dental treats are the kale of the cat world – I’ve never been big with treats for my cats. When I had Hazel I had enough trouble keeping her weight down without added high fat treats. With Sasha the vet … Continue reading
The old rabbit hole…again
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Some people are doing puzzles. I’m doing ancestry research. I lot of what I do is figure out who is who, verify important dates and post high school yearbook pictures (yes it’s good for a laugh!). This has been a … Continue reading
Random 5 for August 23, 2020 – Shore, fraud calls, unplugged, bees
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Is this the shore? – I walked early this morning and there was a familiar feeling. We often go to the beach between now and the end of September. Mornings are hazy and humid, then the sun comes out and … Continue reading
Sassy cats – Another overheard conversation
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Gracie to Morgan: So what do you think of Gus? Morgan: Seems OK. A bit of a scaredy cat, especially with Sasha. Gracie: Sasha can be a pain. It’s always all about her. She steals food and toys.Sometimes I have … Continue reading
It’s August
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Something happens to me in August. At a certain point a switch flips and I’m in fall mode. Not real fall but practice fall. It happens mid to late August. I look longingly at my hoodies with the soft fleece … Continue reading
