Whatever Happened to Baby Ronald?
I was raised in a staunchly loyal Republican family. My uncle was a national convention delegate in 1988. I am too young to have voted for Ronald Reagan, but I voted for Bush Sr in 1992 (my first presidential vote) and for Bob Dole in 1996. Back then I never could have imagined the day when I wouldn’t vote… Read more »
Road to recovery
I’m currently recovering from gallbladder surgery that I had last Thursday. I am feeling better every day but I’m still certainly feeling the effects. So, while there are all kind of thoughts bouncing around in my head, I’m currently lacking the ability to make them line up in coherent fashion. I hope you return to our normal posting schedule next… Read more »
God, Science and the Guy
Last week my husband and I were fortunate enough to attend Bill Nye’s lecture at Drake University in Des Moines. Bill Nye is best known as the host of the 90’s kids show Bill Nye the Science Guy, but there is way more to him than that. He is the CEO of the Planetary Society. He has taught at Cornell… Read more »
Monday treat
Between my allergies and my gallbladder (which is getting removed on the 21st) I am not functioning at anywhere near 100% right now. I’m reasonably sure if my functionality level drops any further I will be classified as a mineral and not an animal. Pity my poor husband. So, in lieu of my usually scheduled Monday commentary please enjoy this… Read more »
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 »
10 years!
Tuesday April 5th is a big deal in my world. It is mine and my husband Pat’s 10th anniversary! He picked the wedding date- it was 04-05-06. He is so clever! I am embarrassed to admit that I could not find a photo on my laptop from our actual wedding day, but this photo was taken not long afterwards and… 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 »
Sisterhood of the Stretchy Pants
I’ve observed that at one point or another most women eventually get off the fashion train. They get to a place where they know what works for them and stay with it regardless of what’s “in style” for years. The only place to go after that is that fashion graveyard known as the “old lady” section of the department store…. 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 »