I hate New Year's Eve. I always have. I don't understand why it's fun to get all dressed up in sparkly clothes and have some lush spill his drink on your lap. And then you have the whole ordeal of restaurants and bars overcharging you for cheap champagne and fried congealed … [Read more...] about Ring It In – 5:00 Fridays TM
5:00 Fridays
Mayan Margarita – 5:00 Fridays TM
Well, if you are here at 5:00, clearly the world didn't end. Nonetheless, it's a good excuse to listen to R.E.M. Are there people out there who really took the end of the world thing seriously? What time zone goes first? Would it be Big Bang the Sequel? I'm not clear on the … [Read more...] about Mayan Margarita – 5:00 Fridays TM
Moxie – 5:00 Fridays TM
I was at a SAFEchild board meeting last night. As usual, we kicked off the meeting with a short team building exercise. I both love and hate things like this. We were to share one word that explained what we want to be remembered for. Just one word to communicate my legacy! I am … [Read more...] about Moxie – 5:00 Fridays TM
Sourpuss Whiskey Sour – 5:00 Fridays TM
This year the holidays have brought out the sourpuss in me. I'm still reeling from the obscene consumerism of "gray Thursday," yet heartily emboldened by the generosity of Giving Tuesday. But still, the spirit of Christmas is shrouded in a veil of greed. I … [Read more...] about Sourpuss Whiskey Sour – 5:00 Fridays TM
Wild About Jennie – 5:00 Fridays TM
On this day after Thanksgiving people are thankful for one of two things: being with their family or being away from their family. Oh, I say this in jest. Sort of. We spent our Thanksgiving among friends. This crazy blogging world is not just about imaginary friends who click … [Read more...] about Wild About Jennie – 5:00 Fridays TM
Coffee Cocktail – 5:00 Fridays TM
It's cold, people. And dark. So very dark. You should know that I am a wimp about cold weather. A tish below 60 degrees makes me reach for the flannel sheets and slipper socks. This is the time of year that I wear a Snuggie while Mac Daddy dons shorts and sweats in said flannel … [Read more...] about Coffee Cocktail – 5:00 Fridays TM
Serena Serenity – 5:00 Fridays TM
My friend Vickie warned me that reentry would be hard. While in Uganda I experienced such a dichotomy of riches. My head and heart are still reeling, and the stories I want to share clutter my brain at all times, leaving me feeling mentally disheveled. Naturally I turn to … [Read more...] about Serena Serenity – 5:00 Fridays TM