Gobsmacked combines the northern English and Scottish slang term gob, mouth, with the verb smack. It suggests the speaker is utterly astonished or astounded. It’s much stronger than just being surprised; it’s used for something that leaves you speechless, or … Continue reading
Random five for November 2 – Grandkids, cats, election ads and more
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Say what? – Despite the fact that I get positive comments on my random five postings, it has lower readership than my other equally inane posts. Perhaps the title isn’t search-friendly or maybe I don’t understand something. Today I have … Continue reading
Blog ideas — brilliant or freezer burn
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“Trick or treating” isn’t the only activity done in groups. For me topic inspiration appears in large overwhelming groups. (Yes, I am aware that happy hours are best done in groups too but that’s a different post.) Blog ideas almost … Continue reading
Beware of what you ask for
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The beloved husband is perfect — at least mostly perfect. He has one very, very slight flaw. He snores. It’s the kind of snore you see in the cartoons where the roof goes up and down. He is medically fine – … Continue reading
The speed of light
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Readers Note: This is written from the perspective of someone living in the northern hemisphere area that “celebrates” all four seasons (but not with equal enthusiasm). I was at my local think tank last week. (For new readers that’s my … Continue reading
Random five for October 26
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Grand news – My 8-year-old granddaughter got her braces taken off. She may need some retainer-like device for a while in her early teens but all the discomfort and extra care is over. It’s wonderful that kids can get their … Continue reading
Enough Said – the movie
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I don’t review movies because there are so few I really like. I saw one recently that hit a note with me. I am sharing my thoughts. I loved romantic comedies — “When Harry Meets Sally,” “Sleepless in Seattle,” “Message in … Continue reading
Anger management – me and Charlie Sheen
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Last week I was behind the most annoying driver I’ve seen in a long time. She was stopped at a green light as I was coming up behind her. (Yes, I said green.) It had been green for a while … Continue reading
The best things about aging
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Today I have pulled together the “best of” aging. Yes, there are some positive aspects of the process. Obviously not all of it is great but that is true of youth too. Many people may wish they looked like … Continue reading
Random five for October 19
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That spidey sense — I don’t have a fear of spiders. I usually rehome them outdoors when I find them except for the shower. Perhaps it’s my nakedness but spiders and me in the shower with the door closed can … Continue reading