ESSAY/HUMOR — On a recent three day road trip to northern California our wallets were gouged by near $6 a gallon gas prices, fainting goats on strike and a spitting steam valve purported to be the “Old Faithful” geyser. With a Cliff notes itinerary and travel time a premium, our rental car quickly filled … 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 – 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 →
Enjoying a hazy, hot and humid day under the canopy with my new outdoor set from Target (note: I was so excited when this arrived that I sat on it before the plastic was removed from the cushions). Thanks to hubby for putting it together. Feet up. Reading Joy Deangdeelert Cho’s Blog, Inc. for the second time. … Read More →
So I’m gathering a few rugs to vacuum at the same time. Dixie was helpful, as usual. This is my dog. This is my dog on rugs. Any questions?
I like apple pie, my country and yes, baseball. Nothing says “spring” like Opening Day, but frankly by Memorial Day it’s time to put a wreath on the television, play Taps and head for other shorter sports entertainment, like watching my dog chase bees (she really does this).Is it my imagination or do baseball … Read More →
There is too much “fiscal cliff” chatter interrupting my evening channel surfing. Between Ancient Aliens and Here Comes Honey Boo Boo, I’m entertained by watching well-dressed really smart news people weigh in on what will happen if we go over the cliff. From my simple understanding, former President George W. Bush created a special piece … Read More →
Since I have been in a long term relationship for the majority of my life, any dating skills and advice remaining in my bloodstream date back to the days when David Cassidy was every teenage girl’s American idol. Suffice to say my resume in the dating category is pre internet when social media for girls … Read More →
So why Dog and A Beer? Well, personally I like both. One dog, many brands and types of beers. But the blog name came from a line in the hugely popular baseball movie, Field of Dreams. The one-time activist Terrance Mann (James Earl Jones) has been “kidnapped” by dreamer Ray Kinsella (Kevin Costner) to … Read More →
