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Are you a moderator or an abstainer? Do you prefer to totally avoid something rather than enjoy a small bit of it? Can you eat a scoop of ice cream? Or does it have to be a whole container? Or … Continue reading
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In our culture we put flowers on the graves of our loved ones for special occasions like Christmas or All Saints Day. We also plant some in the ground for the summer. After accompanying my mother on these excursions as … Continue reading
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Think of this as the season finale on my new cat adventure. “Necessity is the mother of invention.” Quick background: I went to the local animal shelter to donate towels and came home with a one-eyed cat. She was younger than … Continue reading
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My mother was diagnosed with asthma when she was 62. She had it for the last 13 years of her life. In the 1970’s and 1980’s doctors didn’t manage asthma as well as they do now. Every year there was … Continue reading
This time of year always reminds me of my First Holy Communion and Confirmation. I was raised Roman Catholic and in our area both of these events are done in the April-May time frame. At least they were when I … Continue reading
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“Did you get my good side?” New cat resident has settled in. Old cats are curious, resigned or indifferent. The hissing is down to a slight murmur. New cat is named. I always like to wait to name anything because … Continue reading
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“If you built it they will come” There is a small (6’ x 11’) pond in my back yard. It’s been there for four years and is the best stress releaser I have other than my purring cats, a margarita, chocolate … Continue reading
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Is it just me or have you noticed two new trends? First my clothes never seem to wear out anymore. I haven’t worn a pair of shoes out in decades! I tire of my clothes before I see holes in … Continue reading
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This is part of a series of tales about my Mother who was a bit unconventional. Many, many years ago, I built a new house in the country. It was about a half hour out of town. Except for a … Continue reading
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During my last downsizing clean out I realized that I have a secret talent. Hidden. No one knows. Mostly. I am a collector. I am very good at it. Probably the best! I don’t collect Hummel’s or Byers’ Choice or … Continue reading
