ESSAY/HUMOR – Sometimes an Angel appears in the strangest places to help you in times of trouble. And sometimes she takes you shopping for sexy underwear — I have zero fashion sense, and a good excuse. A writer’s life permits wearing yesterday’s clothes today and possibly tomorrow. I’d be completely at ease in a remote … Read More →
ESSAY/HOLIDAY HUMOR – This holiday season, American taxpayers must be vigilant against the government’s most adorable spy.– The news stories of the NSA spying on regular, law-abiding taxpayers raises concern for my privacy. Although such tactics against me would guarantee its snoopers a blue ribbon for the longest yawn (current record is 6 minutes, 46 … Read More →
INSPIRATIONAL ESSAY – We know life doesn’t always go as planned or desired. But with a declaration of what you really want, the path to your ultimate destination just might be paved with a lifetime journey of personal joy. — My father was an artist. All his life was devoted to creating fine art. An … Read More →
HUMOR ESSAY – Despite all efforts to adopt a healthier lifestyle, my failed lab scores makes me wonder if chocolate covered kale isn’t the answer. — My annual physical was today. I primped, shaved, and shined myself all pretty as if Clooney might ask me to spend the weekend at Lake Como. The ladies know … Read More →
HUMOR ESSAY – It’s funny “half” the things you miss about the people you love after they die — I pulled a bag of blueberries from the freezer to make some muffins. Due to favorable growing conditions and some savvy harvesting, from time to time I can relive a bit of the past season, until … Read More →
HUMOR – At what age is it safe to let a child out of your sight without a name tag? — My toddler grandchild is showing early signs of becoming a college student. Whether a potential math prodigy, future Mensa candidate or (Dear Lord, No.) a career politician remains to be seen. He does however … Read More →
LASTIES – If you’re one of us “LASTIES” (over age 50), chances are you are in the LAST THIRD of your existence. Hit the gas. Today may be the ONLY day you get to accomplish that elusive “thing”. If I was Queen of the World (and you can thank me later for losing the election), … Read More →
LASTIES – Not everything that looks frightening will hurt you. And sometimes the reward for jumping past the obstacles is a nice hot donut! Moon Jellyfish are these transparent creatures prevalent in warm waters this time of the year. As I ran the beach this morning (clarification: Strained to run), I came upon this crazy obstacle … Read More →
HUMOR on Aging Parents – If this is my fate, it is doubtful I will ever retire! — I visited my 80 year old father who winters in a lovely Florida retirement village I respectfully call, “Shoot Me Now”. Dad calls it a 1940s flashback camp, where men are free to be men and women … Read More →
INSPIRATION — Finding our purpose in life or fulfilling a dream is often a lifelong journey. Sadly, often it dies untapped. But many of us know that itchy place, and we’re this close, if only we could reach out and give it a good scratch. Better hurry. Do you have a burning itch that needs to be … Read More →
