There have been times in my life when any given Monday was my least favorite day of the week. Coming down off the weekend was depressing and the energy-drop felt like an inescapable dark cloud. But that…
It Seemed Like a Good Idea at the Time
Yesterday I suggested – to myself – that I should just go for it, and tackle any old job, so long as I’m actually doing something. So that’s what I did. It seemed like a good idea at…
…The Ultimate Result of All Ambition
” To be happy at home is the ultimate result of all ambition…” Samuel Johnson (1709 – 1784) The new pad is basically a never-ending list of projects. And I admit, I’ve had moments of feeling overwhelmed…
Way to Go, Mingo
As I drove south on the 405 yesterday, I was nearly taken out by a mingo (that’s an idiot, friends) in a low-rider suv. For reals. That kid was clearly a middle-school-dropout, as he mistakenly believed 2 vehicles…
My Life Has Come to This?
I was a little early for an appointment, and was looking through a magazine as I waited in the lounge. In the mag, I spied with my little eye all kinds of things. Things I want to remember.…
Hello, Muffin
I am not a complete woman: my shopping gene is curdled. Though I’m a great enabler and will help friends shop until the cows come home, I don’t enjoy shopping for myself. It isn’t fun, and I…
Please See This Movie!
Mister and I recently saw “20 Feet From Stardom.” I thought it would be good, but had no idea it would be flippin’ fantastic. I thought I’d enjoy it, but had no idea I’d be crying tears of…
In the Garden
Mister and I are still in surprise mode, regarding the garden. Some things we recognize, and therefore know what to expect. Other things, however, are fairly new to us. This lovely lady (above) is one such newbie.…