Category Archives: Bright shiny objects
Get Writing

Why? Because today is Ballpoint Pen Day! On this date in 1943 the US Patent Office granted patent # 2,390,636 for what he now know as the ballpoint pen. When it was first introduced it was only available as a luxury item, but now virtually every business in America gives them away. With the advent of the internet people don’t… Read more »
Root Canal Appreciation?

I have no idea what sick puppy came up with this, but May 11th is Root Canal appreciation Day. I’ve never had a cavity, let alone a root canal, but from what I have heard they are not generally all that appreciated. But yay for not having to get dentures? May 11th is also my niece’s birthday. My sweet little… Read more »
Star Wars Day
No Housework Day

Now here is a holiday I can really get behind! The rationale behind No Housework Day to remind everyone to take a day off from the busywork of running a household and to enjoy your family in a less than sparkling home because that’s what’s really important. That is lovely, don’t you think? I will admit, I’m cheating a tiny… Read more »
Pencil Day!

This week I’m sharpening all of your attention on Pencil Day! I personally prefer colored pencils for use in my coloring books. Markers seep through to other pages and are way harder to deal with when you make a mistake. I have terrible handwriting – always have. I vividly recall being in fourth grade and being the only student not… Read more »
Chip and Dip Day!

Today I’m unveiling what I hope will be a recurring event- Hump Day Holidays! I’ll be letting you know about a funny or interesting holiday that falls on a Wednesday for your celebratory pleasure. Today is chip and dip day. Whether you prefer tortilla chips and salsa, pita chips with spinach dip, or something else, hoist something crispy loaded with… Read more »
It’s My Life in Music

If you know me at all you know that I am a huge fan of Bon Jovi and I have been since the mid 80’s. People ask me all the time why. It’s obvious to me, but today I’m going to try to shed some light on it for the folks who haven’t been as lucky as I have… Read more »
I’m back

Sorry I’ve been gone for a bit- I managed to get locked out of my own website. That takes true talent- lucky for me I have that in spades. While I was gone several folks voted themselves off the Presidential Wannbe Island, Valentine’s Day happened, and Iowa had 2 blizzards. Virtually everyone in North Iowa saw Hairball at the Surf… Read more »
Common Scents

As I’m sure many of your know, Joey Feek of the country music duo Joey + Rory is gravely ill from cervical cancer and is expected to pass away very soon. While reading about her struggle I inevitably came upon the posts from well-meaning folks who lament that if only Joey had used hemp oil/ frankincense/ thyme supplements/ etc. she… Read more »