In the past year plus, I have worked with contractors almost non-stop. I have learned a lot this time around. Unlike contractors in the “days of old” these are new times, and they call for new words. This is my … Continue reading
Category Archives: Other People
Random 5 for April 23, 2022 – Robins, weirdos, projects, surprises, trees
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Hello? – We have an arched window over the front door. Yesterday I saw this robin looking in. He was standing on the outside ledge. He did a lot of walking up and down and peering. First time I saw … Continue reading
Jumping to conclusions
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The beloved husband and I were driving behind someone who would repeatedly slow down and speed up for no apparent (to us) reason. I said, “they must be texting or on their phone.” We always make up a story if … Continue reading
A lesson in geeks!
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There are two kinds of computer geeks. One is that young’un that you swear isn’t old enough to drive a car. The other is the older guy who started working in computers when it was the old technology. Words like … Continue reading
It’s getting peopley again
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I never was great at small talk. You know the stuff. “What do you think of the weather?” “How about them (fill in the local sports team)?” and the OMG I can’t believe you actually said that “What’s your sign?” … Continue reading
Random 5 for March 13, 2022 – Digestion, age, covid, names, Ukraine
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Signs of aging – This past week we had breakfast out. First time in a long, long time. Food was good but afterward I didn’t feel well. I’m sure they gave me caffeinated coffee instead of decaf. My body doesn’t … Continue reading
Random 5 for February 27 – February, gorilla man, projects, bloggers, taxes
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And just like that February is over. — It was another month full of surprises, none of them good but we ended with a good week. Our new computer equipment is working. All wireless stuff is synced and works wirelessly … Continue reading
Random 5 for December 5 – Gassy, routines, car noises, business man, assumptions
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There’s a moral here somewhere! – The kitchen has been ripped up for four weeks now. (No, it hasn’t gone fast!) I have 18 inches of counter space (and no nearby sink) to put together meals. We’ve done ok with … Continue reading
Random 5 for October 31, 2021 – Halloween Grinches, candy, vaccines, fall, lousy communication
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Happy Halloween! – We are at a new house. We have no idea if kids come through our neighborhood for trick or treat. Most of the people here are older as it’s a place where people move to downsize. No … Continue reading
Hey yo! Saturday Night Live!
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Or the saga of the incorrect order Listen up! This post takes concentration! One of my favorite stores was offering a sale on hair color. It was an on-line thing. They don’t carry the brand in the store. They were … Continue reading
Views and Mews by Coffee Kat 