My oldest son celebrated his big birthday by going on an exotic vacation with his wife…and no children. While they snorkeled and dined on tropical fruit, my husband and I babysat their children, who ranged in age from toddler to …
Who me? Write a blog? You must be jesting. Watch out for flying pigs and a cold front down below. Because against type, I’m launching a site…and writing a blog.
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- July 1, 2024
The Fourth of July is only days away and I can’t wait. I always look forward to Independence Day – friends, family, food, and fireworks. A winning combination. Whether you attend a block party or just chill at home, the …
- June 24, 2024
Mom’s red pen. My kids still talk about the dreaded thing like it was a dagger to their heart. When they were in high school, they occasionally requested me to edit their papers. I would wield my trusty red pen …
- June 17, 2024
My husband kissed an older woman. It was long ago, before the term “cougar” had been coined. He was in kindergarten. She was in first grade. Ah, young puppy love. Although they remained friends over the years, the kiss was …
- June 10, 2024
Today is my birthday! One year ago today, my husband gave me a darling fluffy puppy for my birthday. She was eight weeks old and looked like a stuffed animal. Ruby is a birthday gift that keeps on giving. She’s …
- June 3, 2024
I love fresh flowers almost as much as dark chocolate. When we graduated from college and began our life as a young working couple, my husband developed the habit of purchasing a bouquet of flowers from the kiosk on the …
- May 27, 2024
When I was a child, I enjoyed writing poems. Initially, my poetry was rather pedantic, of the “roses are red” variety. But my mother gushed over my efforts and encouraged my creative writing. Over time, my poems became less stilted …
- May 20, 2024
Dating disaster stories are like fishing tales, they get bigger and better with time. My husband reluctantly recounted his first date, an evening that will live on in infamy. He’s a good sport and said I could share the embarrassing …
- May 13, 2024
Our goldendoodle puppy just celebrated her first birthday. When Ruby was a puppy, she looked like an adorable stuffed animal. As she grew, her wavy hair became curlier and curlier until each strand resembled a tiny corkscrew. Even though we …
- May 6, 2024
San Diego offers a broad array of adventures: beach excursions, nature hikes, historic buildings, assorted museums, entertainment parks, etc. The temperate climate draws year-round visitors to “America’s Finest City,” the nickname San Diego boldly claims. However, even though I enjoy …
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