Kids see the world differently than adults. They have less life experience, hence less opportunities to have the enthusiasm and idealism ground out of them. Not that I am bitter or anything. 😉 I think the pure creativity of children is worth harnessing. They see the world in a more simplistic way and can craft [...]
Alive and kicking…
If you have not heard yet, a 78-year-old Mississippi man who was pronounced dead on Wednesday woke up to find himself in a body bag at the funeral home. It is a good thing he woke up when he did as the funeral home was preparing to embalm him. Can you imagine?? The good news [...]
A lot and not enough…
I am not really sure how Cheyenne and I paused long enough in our channel flipping last night to have a Wife Swap episode catch our attention, but it happened. I typically do my level best to avoid shows like that. They are so predictable. They are designed to produce uncomfortable conflict and awkward growth. I [...]
Crazy tree lady…
To my many designations I now add one that is decidedly notable - the crazy tree lady. I must say, I never saw it coming. I was just walking along minding my own business when I noticed a lone little tree that seemed to have been left from a holiday celebration. It was sitting on [...]
Sunshine and lollipops…
I am predictable. This I know. The Voice is back with a new season and I am glued to it. I love the chemistry and humor between the host and coaches on the show. Carson Daly seems to genuinely care about the contestants and their families. His happiness when they succeed is so charming. The [...]
Pleasantly tolerable…
A lady of leisure…
I have had retirement actively on my mind for a few years now even though I anticipate my retirement is more than a decade away. I think that is how it is and must be these days. Gone are the days where you only needed some savings and could depend on a pension and Social [...]
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