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it’s a small, small world

In my neverending stacks of plastic bins a colorful part of my childhood was stored.  Yes, the “dolls from around the world” had been waiting to be discovered again for fifty-eight years. I was very happy to see them.  Maybe … Continue reading

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craving turkey

I may never eat turkey again. I’ll back up.  Last week Banjo Man had a craving for turkey soup.  His appetite has diminished during radiation and his love of soup has drastically increased. So I cooked a turkey last Sunday.  … Continue reading

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23 below zero

We’re setting records this morning in the midst of an “Arctic blast” in New England. The temperature outside is -6, with a wind chill temp of -23. But the sun is shining, our pipes didn’t freeze and there are no … Continue reading

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goodbye january, see you next year

Today Banjo Man will complete his 15th radiation treatment.  Meaning he’s halfway to the finish line. Feel free to applaud!!! Meanwhile, back in the office, I overslept and am still in my nightgown, but that’s okay.  Banjo Man’s friend Steve … Continue reading

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late to lasso

I realize this is old news, with this tv show having won tons of awards, but we just started watching. And we love it. What a bright spot in a gray winter! The characters are absolutely lovable and hilarious.   Always … Continue reading

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week 2 is behind us

This was the view from my car in the cancer center’s parking lot.  We’ve had a bit of rain, but thankfully no snow. Banjo Man is doing very, very well so far.  He’s like Superman.  As usual, the doctors and … Continue reading

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getting help, 2023 style

Early in December my cell phone stopped taking voice mails.  They would turn up a few weeks later or not at all. I know my friends were baffled when I didn’t get back to them.  Embarrassing, to say the least. … Continue reading

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an old-fashioned cream puff

We were invited to Jeff and Dr. Angela’s for a Sunday afternoon of Mexican Train dominoes and dinner.  I offered to bring dessert, because any chance to bake makes me happy (except for last week’s blueberry ricotta cake, listed online … Continue reading

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the banshees of inisherin

We watched this movie on HBO Max last night. It recently won a Golden Globe in the Comedy division, which is baffling.  Described by critics as a “slow and sad” story (after we watched it I realized that description was … Continue reading

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how to ignore winter

We’ve had very little snow, but the fog and rain make for a gray winter.  It’s January and I’m counting down the days until April. What are you doing to get through the weeks until Spring? I am taking violin … Continue reading

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