There are some things I am conflicted about. There are some things I want to do but don’t want to do. There are some things that rip my heart apart. I have wanted to volunteer at our local animal shelter … Continue reading
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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
Power outages, common sense and turnip trucks
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Disclaimer: I worked for an electric utility for 25 years. It was composed of people like me who worked hard to make the right decisions for the customers and the environment staying within the constantly changing, highly regulated laws. The opinion … Continue reading
A car is a car is a car unless it isn’t
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Today I picked up more supplies to repot my tomato plants. Rack up another $25 for stuff so I can nurture my own plants and reap the rewards of organic food. I don’t do this to save money. I already … Continue reading
Chrysanthemum Orange – the lipstick of champions (and maybe hookers)
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I need to buy lipstick. That is one of the hardest cosmetic purchases for me. I throw out half of what I buy. I’m very particular. I don’t like it sticky and if it’s too emollient the grease oozes in … Continue reading
Tess Tales 1 – Airplane travel
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My mother was a very interesting person. I suppose I am a little like her but a milder version. I can speak out but my mother could REALLY speak out. In fact there usually wasn’t any guessing what my mother … 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
Girlfriends’ week — Craziness lurks
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This is “girlfriend week.” I am doing several events with my girlfriends – dinners and concerts. No men tagging along. It will be fun and a chance to blow off steam. Dinner with women is different from dinner with men. Starting … Continue reading
Gotta love WordPress | For Bloggers
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Background for non-bloggers: WordPress is the organization with software that offers free template, blog site set up and hosting. There are others besides WordPress but I don’t have any experience with them. If you are a blogger you have … Continue reading