If it’s summer, it’s closet inventory time for me. Once again, I’m amazed at what I discovered. Raise your hand if you have items in your closet that have no business being there. Keep your hand raised if you can shake your head and ask “what was I thinking?” This little trip in self-discovery started when I recently shopped for a pair of sport sandals. (I have always called these tendals – part tennis shoe, part sandal.) As I was contemplating the purchase, the sales kid reminded me Continue Reading
Writer’s Retreat – Part 1
Perhaps “family friendly” should have been a clue. Perhaps it was and I chose to ignore it. Kids stay free… Great site for family reunions… Something for everyone. That last part is true unless of course, you’re a struggling writer looking for a quiet place to replenish your soul with meaningful words that flow easily onto the page. Instead, I found myself dodging dripping ice cream cones, shrieking to the peals of children laughing and crying, and overdosing on constant parental Continue Reading
Suggestions for New Medical Coverage
Dear President Trump, I’ve recently heard that you and the boys are talking about another attempt to repeal the Affordable Care Act. I tend to agree it needs some revision, but not total dumping. So as much as I know you and Paul and Mitch like input from mainstream America, I thought I’d offer my suggestions on additional coverage that would make this a better plan. Coverage for a new mattress: It all starts with a good night of sleep, doesn’t it? What’s the first thing everyone does Continue Reading
What Would You Say?
I live in a neighborhood of ranch-style condos with streets that curve from one block to another. It’s a popular area to walk in, and the only sidewalk runs along the outer perimeter, so we use the quiet streets as our trail. It is common to see people from the nearby neighborhoods enjoying the peaceful area. A few days ago, I strolled to the end of my driveway where I greeted a fellow walker, and though I paused to let him go ahead of me, he slowed to wait for me. We quickly covered the Continue Reading