I never wanted to be a mother. As a girl my imaginative play never included weddings, babies, or boyfriends. I used to line up my collection of dolls from around the world and stage my very own lilliputian Miss Universe Pageant. I even made paper sashes for all my … [Read more...] about I never wanted to be a mother.
Dirt and Noise
Sleepless Questions
I often have trouble sleeping. I could just get up and do something productive but instead I lie awake and fret, write blog posts and book chapters in my head (that I've forgotten by the time I wake), or ponder. Since I realize I'm not exactly lucid, I don't use the time during … [Read more...] about Sleepless Questions
Wii Fit Plus and the American Heart Association Told Me I’m a 10
For once in my life I was a Perfect 10. I recently hosted an event with Nintendo and the American Heart Association. We learned about factors that impact and improve our overall heart health. There was a computer program that calculated your heart health based on as slew of … [Read more...] about Wii Fit Plus and the American Heart Association Told Me I’m a 10
Lark licked the case of the missing teeth. – Wordless Wednesday
I voted. 10 Minutes.
Banish any thoughts of being too busy to vote. This is not exercise we're talking about here. I don't want to hear your sorry excuses. Your boss, by law, has to give you time off to vote. Polls are open until 7:30 PM (in North Carolina). Don't dilly dally. This is not something … [Read more...] about I voted. 10 Minutes.
Did Alcoholism or Hubris kill Elena Shapiro?
You might find it hypocritical that I'm writing about alcoholism today. I mean, really, how can the purveyor of 5:00 Fridays have anything legitimate and meaningful to say about alcoholism? I've been accused of being a drunk slobbering mom who ignores her children and carries … [Read more...] about Did Alcoholism or Hubris kill Elena Shapiro?
Twick or Twizzlers – 5:00 Fridays
Photo from Hershey's website. Mac Daddy is a sweet gent but he does not have a sweet tooth. It works out just fine for him since my sweet tooth is ample for both of us. He'd rather nosh on chips and salsa, while anything with sugar is my cup of tea (Oddly enough, I like my tea … [Read more...] about Twick or Twizzlers – 5:00 Fridays