Random 5 for March 6 – March, spring, Starbucks, apps, toenails

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Time flies – I was checking out the calendar for March. We are changing the clocks forward next weekend; spring starts on the 20th and Easter is the 27th. All good. Things seem earlier this year. Maybe it’s because the … Continue reading

Random 5 for January 24 – Snowstorm, food orgies, birds, memory, roads

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Stand back! I don’t know how big this gets! — Yesterday we were hit with winter storm Jonas. We were predicted to be on an outer band with less snow. Something happened and we got hit big time. It started … Continue reading

Random 5 for January 10 – Starbucks, bloggers, restaurants, exercise, aging

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Oh no! – This week Starbucks ran out of their mocha sauce! I tried a different Starbucks store and was told it was a global shortage! (Really? Is this part of a terrorist plot? Was there a conspiracy?) For two … Continue reading

Random 5 for January 3 – holidays, Starbucks, WordPress, computers, weather

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Almost back to normal – Traffic is much better. Grocery stores are not littered with people and Starbucks is back to their non-controversial white cup. The holiday must be over! Yay! Since January is my birthday month, it is the … 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

Random 5 for November 22 – France, Starbucks, homeless, gifts, restaurants

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Let’s make this a feel good day! Viva la France! – Kudos to French President Hollande who has vowed to continue to help refugees despite recent events. We cannot let fear compromise our basic ethics. Pay it forward or maybe … Continue reading

Random 5 (plus 1 for France!) for November 15 – People, massage, vet appointments, Medicare, birds, Starbucks

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Thoughts for our friends abroad — It’s hard to focus on a humor blog when the world is crashing. I’m having a hard time getting my head around this stuff. How does killing concert goers or diners or other “soft targets” … Continue reading

Random 5 for September 20 – Mojo, Starbucks, frogs, raccoon, projects

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Mojo? Where are you? – This has been a sad week. Missing my cat has sapped my energy (and my writing inspiration). It was easier to tell people “I lost a good friend.” Here’s hoping the mojo comes back! Starbucks? … Continue reading

Random 5 for September 13 – Cats, granddaughters, fences, Starbucks, Mom

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The week that was – This was a really tough week. I said goodbye to my best buddy who has been with me for almost two decades. I forgot how painful loss is. Thanks to all of you who left … Continue reading

Random 5 for August 30 – Bumper stickers, forgetfulness, cool nights, books, cats

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Another blonde moment? – I had lunch with a friend this week. It was a nice lunch and we had a great time. To make it even better I had a $5 off coupon. When the bill came I realized … Continue reading