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bye bye, little beasties
Something happened yesterday morning that is going to change my life. No, I did not discover a new diet. Or dye my hair back to brown. Or take up wind surfing. I called in a mouse-killing professional and he showed up … Continue reading
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when you need pants
Banjo Man and I drove up to the Big City Wednesday. We had appointments with the TSA to complete the paperwork for a TSA-preapproved security clearance. We’ve gotten the “TSA Pre” designation enough times to realize what a great deal … Continue reading
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new girl in town
Banjo Man has a new love: the girl next door. She came with her dad and her older brother. And she stayed for dinner and some serious flirting. Oh. My. Goodness.
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consequences
I love this. I read Bonnie Hunter’s quilting blog every morning, usually with my second cup of coffee and half of a protein bar. She always has a little saying superimposed over a quilt at the end of each post. … Continue reading
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happy mother’s day 2017
It’s rainy and cloudy and windy here in Rhode Island today. Those of us in my family who intended to get together changed our plans. We exchanged flowers and pretty cards and hugs yesterday afternoon instead. It’s cold and feels … Continue reading
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a little patio time
Despite the chilly temperatures, Banjo Man has insisted upon ending the work day with a little wine… …and a big rock fountain. We wear sweatshirts and pretend it’s summer. I hope wherever you are the sun is out and the … Continue reading
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fortitude
Amazon has a new series. Set in a fictional Arctic island settlement, “Fortitude” is a sci-fi thriller with an interesting set of characters, a defrosting mammoth that may or may not contain deadly toxins that turn nice people into murders … Continue reading
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a two-cart couple
It took over forty years, but Banjo Man and I finally realized that the secret to a successful and stress-free trip to the grocery store was for each of us to have our own shopping cart and go our separate ways … Continue reading
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thursdays with mom
Every Thursday my now-91-year old mother and I hit the road and hit the stores. It is “her” day to decide where she wants to go and what she wants to shop for. Sometimes it’s shoes, or slacks, or groceries … Continue reading
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the easter gumbo that almost wasn’t
I am a proud Maker of Gumbo. I make four different kinds, depending on the expectations of the people who will be eagerly holding their empty bowls and waiting for dinner. I am accustomed to praise, awe and gratitude whenever … Continue reading
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