No, I am not flouncing from our OS community and am resolved in allowing myself to feel *safe* here from an even bigger flounce.

This last weekend, after returning from vacationing in Mexico, my husband and I spent hours sharing feelings and beliefs about the condition of our government and our… Read full post »

Yesterday, my two and a half year old grandson was diagnosed with H1N1. 

I have been taking care of him for the better part of a week.  I can barely stand to see how lethargic and feverish he has been.  His clear blue eyes have taken on a swollen, reddish… Read full post »

It's the retail super-sizing phenomenon, yes it is!  Been around for over 2 decades and keeps 'em coming back for more, more and double or triple down for storing away every imaginable electronic gismo, gadget, pantry goods, essentials and non-essentials for a rainy day. 

 … Read full post »

I like Halloween

All the ghouls and the goblins!

I am not a'scared!

I like dressing up

and being a hobo beatnik!

What is that, you say!

It was long ago.

I was twelve and just too old.

I felt out of place.

But now I'm gramma… Read full post »

Today, October 22nd, is Mary's birthday and we are going to celebrate in classic sister style.

Left to right:  Just me, our sassy sister, Sheila, our silly friend, Gwen and my rockin' hot sister, MaryTKelly!  This photo was taken last January at my b-day party and will ha… Read full post »

Today, October 18th, 1988, was a magical date.  My youngest daughter of 3 was born at 1:20 in the afternoon. 

For the last two weeks of her gestation, I layed awake, most nights, unable to sleep, feeling the life inside me preparing to come into this world.  For some reason,… Read full post »

Catching the last of the Red Fern in all it's Autumn glory.  Winter is sneaking in early to steal Fall's thunder with freezing temperatures and a swift end to lush Autumn blooms.

My heart and soul resonate with this elusive season.  Breathing in the crisp fall days rejuvenates… Read full post »

Didn't see this one coming.

Been trying to get my leaky fridge fixed for about 3 weeks now.

Finally, I get a guy from a major manufacturer, to come out this morning and fix the fridge. 

Clogged defrost valve and labor - $225 and change, to fix annoying leak which resulted in… Read full post »

Native American Sweat Lodge

Traditional style Sweat Lodge dating back to early 1600's

In recent news, a story of a tragic accident in a well known resort in Sadona, Arizona, where adult retreats have been held for many years, the deaths of a healthy man and woman in… Read full post »

A WHOLE LOTTA LOVE COMING YOUR WAY FOR YOUR BIRTHDAY WEEKEND!

BIG OLE OS SHOUT OUT FOR OUR ONE AND ONLY BANNER MAN AND DEAR FRIEND.

Birthday Haiku for Ric

Sending love your way

With some celebration hugs

Wrapping up with cake!

Can't have a birthday

Witho… Read full post »

It's not a trick question, or is it? It's gonna be comfort food, so get over it!  Ya shoulda known that cause it's Foodie Tuesday and all.  Though the other two choices bear some consideration.......so stay tuned.

Having said that, there was some wacko on the radio yesterday who claimed… Read full post »

An unexpected snowfall delights our Corgi, Nick, who was out rolling around in the fluffy white stuff.

The small Aspens in the foreground were slumped over in the snow's unannounced appearance overnight. 

From early morning upon awaking, we have seen 3"… Read full post »

"I hope I live long enough to see your baby girl."

With his hand on my nearly 9 month swollen belly, I listened to my father's last words to me.  He passed away later that evening, with my mother by his side, hand in hand.  They had a very good life… Read full post »

Dear Robin,

Some random things that make me feel happy.  Hope to send some feel good love your way with a few visuals that evoke warm thoughts, feelings, much needed healing and perhaps a smile or two.

One of God's creations that defies probability, presents it'… Read full post »

So out of the blue, hubby decides he must climb Mt. Tallac in South Lake Tahoe, an elevation of 9,733 feet, a little under 6 miles of rocky, steep terrain, with little forthought, no malice and little endurance exercise leading up to this boyish decision.  It caught me a bit off… Read full post »

A SPECIAL DEDICATION TO THE FLOOD VICTIMS AND FAMILIES IN ATLANTA, GEORGIA.  THIS SEASONAL FLOOD OF UNFORSEEN PROPORTIONS COMES ONCE EVERY 100 YEARS.

WITH THE CHANGE OF SEASONS COMES UNPREDICTABLE WEATHER; SOMETIMES WITH DEVASTATION, MOST OFTEN WITH A FORCE OF NATURE THAT CAN TAKE… Read full post »

Would they be kissing each other if they had different skin color?

This spontaneous act of affection that completely caught the parents and those observing, so off guard, begs the question:

What draws two children together in the early stirrings of affection, trust and a common bond?

I… Read full post »

WE AIN'T GETTIN' ANY YOUNGER

AND NEITHER ARE THESE OLD TIME FAVORITES.

READ IT AND WEEP!

BARBIE TURNED 5O THIS YEAR.  TOO MANY BON BONS, DAY TIME SOAPS AND TWITTERING.  TRIED TO LOOK HER UP ON FACEBOOK.  NOT PRETTY.

OH NO!!!  TWEETY TURNED 60 THIS YEAR… Read full post »

As best as I recall, these are my memories of that morning and the stories of two friends who were lucky enough to share their experiences of escaping the horror they whitnessed at the Twin Towers.

It was around 6:00 AM, PST, my husband was getting ready to leave for work,… Read full post »

Little does she know

A world in so much turmoil

Precious baby girl.

What will we leave her?

Will she learn to live in peace?

Is it set in stone?

Will prayers be enough

to ensure she will be free?

Or, who will decide?

Peaceful in her… Read full post »

From an online article, "Who Knew???"

Allow me to share:  "Vodka Remedies"

1.  To remove a bandage painlessly, saturate the bandage with vodka and it will dissolve the adhesive.  (if it stings, take a shot of vodka to kill the pain).

2.  To clean the caulking around… Read full post »

It's 9:25 on a Saturday night.  Daughter #3, youngest daughter calls her mom, me, to engage me in a drama involving the toilet.

Now, we all know, that when there is literally one and only one toilet to go around in the house, one place to "go," and basically, living on… Read full post »

Don't let age fool ya!

Still feelin' the burn these days.

Desire prevails.

*

Can't get you off my

mind, full of the heat we've shared.

Aren't you feeling it?

*

Should I cool my jets?

Or are you waiting for me?

Who will make the move?

*

I… Read full post »

Last night was a rough night.  Got a phone call around 10:15 PM from my daughter asking me to come right back over to their house.  I had only been home about 5 minutes, taking my own dog out for his last wizzer for the night when the phone rang.

After… Read full post »

Do you ever find yourself looking out the window wondering if you should just go out alone?  Maybe go for a walk, a bike ride or a trip to the mall by yourelf?  Do you hesitiate to go when you'd rather wait for someone to go with, spend time with,… Read full post »