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There is a fabulous article in today’s New York Times about a kidney chain. It both provoked my interest in kidney chains and made me reflect on my hospital experiences. I happen to know what a kidney chain is because I … Continue reading
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My local grocery store gave me a $5 gas card for some promotion. I hate gas cards. They require me to go someplace new to pump gas. Someplace out of my comfort zone! Each station is a little different and … Continue reading
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I will admit it – I am married to Mr. Wonderful. Not only does he put up with me, he enjoys putting up with me. I came with baggage – three cats, one of whom (now deceased) was diabetic and … Continue reading
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My mother was a great mom but she took some really hard stands. When she said no, it meant no, not maybe. You couldn’t wheedle things out of her. She also wanted her children to stand up for themselves. We … Continue reading
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Since retiring, I decided to keep an eye on my spending. Switching from a paycheck to a paltry pension can made anyone a little nervous. There are trade-offs. I no longer need business clothes (actually, I really didn’t need them … Continue reading
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There is nothing that strikes fear in an over-60 woman like a small invitation in the mail. You jiggle it hoping it’s a coupon from Chico’s but you know it’s not. You turn it over and over in your hand … Continue reading
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Every year our local skill vocational and trade schools hold a Job Skills USA competition. Students present a skill they have learned in their classes. I judge the competition every chance I get because it’s a learning opportunity for me. The … Continue reading
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IT people are quirky. I worked with IT people and actuaries and it’s a tossup as to which profession is quirkier. This post is about an IT techie, his wife and their cats. There was a small IT team at … Continue reading
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The beloved husband is very handy with everything but motors and computers. He can build a house with a hammer and a crowbar. Give him a keyboard and a mouse and he is flummoxed. He thinks I am smart because … Continue reading
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I did it! I joined a gym. This is a big deal because no one hates exercising more than I do. Not only did I join a gym but I chose a “lady” gym. You know…the one with the strength … Continue reading
Views and Mews by Coffee Kat 