Temporary inconvenience, permanent improvement — so they say

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About a month or two ago an ominous sign appeared on a well-traveled road near my home. It happens to be the one I use to get to a lot of places including Starbucks. The sign said “Road Closed June … Continue reading →

Another one wins the lottery or shelter follow up | For animal lovers

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What can I say? I am a smooshball about animals. After a tormented couple of days following my visit to the local shelter (if you missed that heart wrenching post, here it is), the beloved husband and I decided to … Continue reading →

Collector of…um….well….fantasies (no, not that kind of fantasy!)

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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 →

This was the week that was….or let’s get this crap out of here quick before I come to my senses!

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It’s a hectic week. You know the kind. Lots of social fun stuff planned. Everything is spaced far enough apart that you can’t really get anything accomplished in between. At least that’s my story! I did get the last closet … Continue reading →

Surgery 101! (or is there really sex in the supply room?)

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I am attending a mini-surgery class. Did that frighten you? It should! I could be a surgeon! I would make a great surgeon except for the people part and the nasty body fluids. I like the problem-solving aspect of the job. … Continue reading →

Slam dunk, summer’s here! Sorta!

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After whining and complaining, we are having a taste of summer here. Finally! It comes flying in unannounced after weeks of 40 degree windy weather and it did that again this year. I knew there was hope last week because … Continue reading →

Snarl, growl! I am livid! Is this the new math?

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Sometimes I am slow on the pickup. This is one of those times. We celebrated Easter dinner at my brother’s house. My only chore was to bring the dessert. I do this every year. I make a strawberry cake (from … Continue reading →

Fiber is the question and whole grains is the answer

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I went to the doctor last week for my yearly routine “wellness” exam. Have you ever noticed that you feel better as soon as you make “the appointment?” All those little aches and pains that you want to ask about … Continue reading →

Music’s emotional roller coaster or a swinging Saturday night during March madness!

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Disclaimer: I hate basketball so if you think this is a post about that, you would be wrong! Last night my emotions were played. It was heart wrenching and exhausting. One minute I was laughing and the next I was … Continue reading →