The art of hobby-free existence
It is fairly well established that one should never discuss politics or religion in polite company. I think, however, that a third category of...
Don’t be driven to distraction
"Honk if you love Jesus. Text while driving if you want to meet Him." - Church sign.A car is a great way to get...
Time flies when you’re trippin’
My cousin and I started our "Two Trippin' Moms Adventures" when our children were very young. Bidding the daddies goodbye, we buckled in a...
Butt then, maybe I’ll call you
We just spent a very confused moment staring at the caller ID that pops up on our TV screen and wondering how I could...
Off with their head(phones)
Dear offspring,As we kick off the celebration of summer vacation, I feel it only fair to tell you: We are taking you off life...
Grads, don’t look back!
So, former high school students, today is your graduation day? Congratulations! Today is the first day of the Rest of Your Life, and all...
Breaking up with the big box stores
Why is it that the so-called "big box" home improvement warehouses (named after the merchandise or their resemblance to big boxes, no one knows...
Focusing on the positives of your loved one is best
Having been laid out like a limp rag with a stomach bug has given me plenty of time to think. First, I think the...
The great goat escape
Regular readers will recall that I recently stalked, er, assisted, a woman in finding a home for her wayward goat.Eavesdropping in a local salon...
Confessions of an ‘early’ rummage junkie
If I’d had any sense I would have started writing for this paper years ago. I could really have used the free subscription....
