There was a Mother’s Day about a month before my mom died, but I don’t remember it. I remember seeing her frail yellowed body in the hospital bed as the priest gave her last rites. I remember picking out the outfit she would be buried in. …
When a Cat Person Gets a Dog
I have joined the dog cult. Just like the rest of you, I got sucked in. I’ve been swindled, duped, hoodwinked even. Next thing you know I’ll be zipping him up in his little doggie stroller and introducing him as my son to passersby. I’d blame …
Let’s Have A Chat About Dr. Sunshine
As I write this, I must tell you, a more beautiful day could not be had. The sun is shining from one of the bluest skies I’ve ever witnessed. The temperature, a pleasant 75°F. There’s a slight breeze that blows my hair in ticklish wisps across …
If Ever There Were A Best Overall Blogger….
*Voting is over for this competition, but you can still read the post. It’s kinda funny. It would be me. Or would that be I? And would that were be a was? Like, is the title of this post supposed to be If Ever There WAS …
5 Reasons You Shouldn’t Read The Perks of Being an Artist
Regular readers may recall a few months back my quest for blogging supremacy began by taking down The Phil Factor. And, as I’m sure you’ve noticed, Phil has been completely wiped from the internet and today lives in the dreadful world of blogging obscurity. My goal …
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Sacred Space
I lost my spot, my writing spot. At the kitchen table by the window where all the sun poured in and warmed my back on chilly mornings. I loved that spot. It had its faults, of course. In the middle of everything. Too noisy. Too much …
The Essential Guide To An Easy Move
For the 9th time in the 24 years I have been married I’ve successfully packed up everything I own and moved it to a new home. Over the years I have acquired a certain skill set that makes the process a piece of cake. It may …
