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can you hear me now?

It’s December! Can you believe it? My shopping is in total freefall and as I sit here making lists (gotta love lists!) at my desk I am praying for inspiration…and maybe some texted hints from the family in Texas. What … Continue reading

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the “bad grandma” christmas movie

In 2019, when my grandson was nine years old, I thought Die Hard would be a great Christmas movie to watch for his annual pre-Christmas condo sleepover. The Funny Grandson loved–and still does–to come down to Austin and camp out … Continue reading

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new kid in town

This guy was an early birthday gift from Retired Mountain Lady. As you can see, he has a lot of personality and fits right in with velvet pumpkins and mums. He makes me smile every time I look at him. … Continue reading

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go fish

Yesterday Banjo Man and I took a break from Thanksgiving preparations and headed to Galilee, a fishing port about ten minutes away, for lunch and a view of the ocean. The sun was shining, the sky blue (at least for … Continue reading

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getting ready!

Three weeks and two days from now we’ll be heading out of Rhode Island to have some holiday fun. I bought new carry-on luggage to streamline boarding the plane. Smaller and lighter bags of more convenient shapes should do the … Continue reading

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the summit

Wednesday nights are very intense around here. By “intense” I mean that Banjo Man and I are all in, remote in hand, and comfy with our assortment of blankets as we lounge on the couch. “Survivor” is on at 8. … Continue reading

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veterans day, 2024

I thought I’d share a song with you. Touched my heart. I can’t figure out why this Youtube video won’t load, but this link should work. I hope you enjoy it.

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the pasta queen

Before I tell you about the latest tv show we’ve discovered, I want you to celebrate my new computer with me. It’s up and running, hopping through sites on the internet as quick as can be. I haven’t set up … Continue reading

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let’s talk about this casserole

This casserole–appropriately named “Spaghetti Chicken”—is not for everybody, but I have to tell you that Banjo Man absolutely loved it.  He wants me to make it in Austin.  He wants me to make it at the lake.  He wants me … Continue reading

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oh, deer

We had a visitor Monday morning and Banjo Man, impressed with his size and good health, took about 27 photos. Here’s one of them: Meanwhile, back here in the office, I still await my new computer (ordered from Amazon).  It … Continue reading

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