Category Archives: just for fun

the reformer

Posted on January 5, 2024 by is there any more pie?

No, I am not going to blog about a violent tv show. Check this out: Believe it or not, I took a Pilates class Tuesday night. On the Reformer machine. This was epic because (a) I am afraid of exercise … Continue reading →

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and it’s halloween!

Posted on October 31, 2023 by is there any more pie?

I couldn’t resist a few funnies this morning. It was 42 when I woke up, a more typical Halloween morning. I’m going out later to buy candy for my TWO trick-or-treaters. Have I mentioned that I live in the woods??? … Continue reading →

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it’s that time of year

Posted on October 5, 2023 by is there any more pie?

Do you know what I love about October road trips? I love my afternoon caffeine fix when it’s flavored “pumpkin pie.” The gas stations and truck stops will have versions of pumpkin cappuccino available as needed. And come mid-afternoon I … Continue reading →

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super bowl 57: day of weird food

Posted on February 12, 2023 by is there any more pie?

Because I am neither a Kansas City Chiefs fan or a Philadelphia Eagles fan, I have decided to put a little effort into the food today. No, I am not having a party. Daughter Nancy is stopping by to hang out … Continue reading →

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love me some cello

Posted on December 19, 2022 by is there any more pie?

We’re traveling today, heading to Austin to get the Christmas party started at last. Gifts are tucked into suitcases, as are warm clothes. Texas is cold right now! I hope you enjoy this video. Because this cellist enjoys the outdoors … Continue reading →

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seen on the library’s bulletin board

Posted on June 27, 2022 by is there any more pie?

This looks like a pretty good time, don’t you think? And then there’s this event at the Community Center, which look likes great fun. I’m afraid the Funny Grandson is too old, though. How about a place to live? I’m … Continue reading →

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long live the queen

Posted on June 2, 2022 by is there any more pie?

Every morning I check a website to see if the Queen of England is still alive. I can’t help myself. My love of British history makes me do it. I saw her once, in person, and I have the lousy … Continue reading →

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go van gogh

Posted on May 29, 2022 by is there any more pie?

Last Wednesday Banjo Man, Nancy and I drove up to Providence to experience the “Van Gogh Immersion” experience. Oh, my. This was my bright idea so, with tickets purchased six weeks ago, we headed to the Big City without knowing … Continue reading →

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i told her to smile

Posted on May 10, 2022 by is there any more pie?

I’m not in the habit of talking to dogs who are shopping with their owners in Walmart, but this funny girl looked very much like Keeley, our daughter’s dog from years past. I knew Nancy would get a kick out … Continue reading →

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getting ready on easter 2022

Posted on April 17, 2022 by is there any more pie?

First of all, let me wish you a Happy Easter. I hope there is chocolate. Ham. Beans. Pie. Jelly beans! And a lovely new pair of white ankle socks with lace around the cuff (if you were a child of … Continue reading →