In recovery or notes from the loony bin

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I hate making phone calls. Any kind of call. Even to friends. The worst are the ones to customer service reps. I’d rather have a root canal. Or colonoscopy prep. My computer has been wonky for a couple of months but I … Continue reading

The reunion story for 2015 or Kate’s Diner open for business

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Every reunion has its story. Sometimes it’s about people and sometimes not. This year it’s about my old cat Jake. Jake is over 18 and that’s old for a cat. He is an indoor/outdoor cat but his outdoor time is … Continue reading

What you find in your gene pool!

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Family reunions are a hoot. There is all the hype and anticipation and ours doesn’t disappoint. I pulled the short straw this year so it’s at my house today. I dodged the bullet the last couple of years but I … Continue reading

Marriage revisited

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Here is one of my favorite posts with a slight rewrite (I know, always the editor!) You gotta love marriage. Done right, you have a best friend forever. Done wrong, it’s downright expensive and exhausting! A spouse is someone you … Continue reading

R5 for August 9 – Behaviors, fall, energy, weekend crisis, cats

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Being a ditz – You know when you see someone doing something rude or stupid and think what a ditz they are? That was me. I was in an informal line waiting to check out at a store with three … Continue reading

Almost missed the fashion trend or what you learn in a supermarket

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Earlier this week I was at the upscale market. It was mid-morning. That’s when the fashion mommies do their shopping. I try to avoid that time because they use the “kid carts” that are large and unwieldy and take up … Continue reading

Random 5 for August 2 – time, life, endings, food, happiness

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August? Already? – How can it be August? Seems like January is six weeks long and July is less than 24 hours. I’m sure August won’t feel much longer. Then it’s winter. Circle of life – This summer I have … Continue reading

Diet – cat style, owner in therapy

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There are people who don’t look in mirrors or weigh themselves. They won’t allow photos taken even though their grandchildren will have no pictures to treasure after they are gone. I don’t know if it’s self-consciousness or denial. Or maybe … Continue reading