In the wake of last night’s political successes and failures, I would like to share the following article. The Day Afterby Steve HigginbothamNovember 5, 2008 Yesterday, the citizens of the United States of America elected its 44th President. Like all election days, hope flourishes. But the day after…well now, that’s a day that often brings …
Alea iacta est
My sock, my kids and I went to the polls and made our contribution to the political process. I cannot tell you how relieved I am that it is finally over. No more debates and political bickering. No more advertisements that end with “I am Joe the Politician and I approve this ad” No more …
Ramblings and Rants
This week has been one big, long roller coaster ride. One minute up, the next down. UpI finished my Baby Surprise Jacket It still needs buttons but I consider it complete since I still haven’t found the buttons to use on it. I might make a button shopping run next week. But I don’t have …
Of Spiders, Sweaters and Slinkies
Yesterday, I was feeding the mutt and found three ginormous, hugemongous garden spiders. Their webs were gigantic – the largest easily 4 feet across and probably 6 feet long. Glad I am only a little arachnophobic or I might never go in the back yard again. The one pictured is the smallest of the three …
Of Toilets and Toaster Strudel
This weekend my hubby had to work out of town. The kids and I were left to our own devices for the whole weekend. Since they were distraught that Dad wouldn’t be here for our usual Saturday frolics, I was a little indulgent with them. We had a junk food party. We went early to …