Tag Archives: keeping one’s sense of humor

If My Feet Could Talk

Posted on July 9, 2020 by

When I went to see Vivet who does my nails figuring, I’d have to wait till August to get a pedicure since women’s toes are chomping at the bit, she surprised me when she said… “I’m free now.” I expected … Continue reading →

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A Coupla Cats Sittin Around Talkin

Posted on June 30, 2020 by

I’m here with Pat the Cat, aka Patrick, my neighbor next door. His owner for once, knows that he’s here since he’s visiting upon request. I needed a sit down, okay on the floor, but still, with someone I could … Continue reading →

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Pandemic By Phone

Posted on May 28, 2020 by

7:15 A.m. I’m in the market, in the check-out line. If you ever told me it would be such a wealth of material, I never would have believed it. A woman is behind me on her 6 foot mark. Another … Continue reading →

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Scalped…Cash Only

Posted on May 26, 2020 by

The fact that I’m resembling Elvis has become a concern, so when I get a surprise call from my hairdresser at midnight, I’m overjoyed. “What are ya doin?” he asks. “I’m in bed, awake, after falling asleep after lunch, and … Continue reading →

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Best Line of the Week

Posted on March 15, 2018 by

As I’m attempting to exit Starbucks via their backdoor, a cup of coffee in each hand, using my rear to push it open, I can’t. The hinges have been recently changed, so as I’m pushing, the door just won’t budge. … Continue reading →

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Looking For Mr. Snickers Bar

Posted on August 9, 2017 by

Someone asked me, whats the most important quality I require in a man. A sense of humor, I said, without pause. Have you ever been with a guy, or girl for that matter, who hasn’t had one? Oh my.  It’s … Continue reading →

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Thanks For The Mammories

Posted on July 6, 2017 by

It’s self-care season, meaning, it’s a round robin of doctor appointments to make sure all is in working order, like an annual tune-up for your car. Of course, as with anything, it comes with a downside.  Prodding and pushing, pressing and … Continue reading →

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Macbook Air (2007-2016)

Posted on July 4, 2016 by

My laptop died…went, just like that, right in front of me. One minute we were happily engaged, the next…kerplunk. I raced to the Apple Store while he still had a pulse, and they tried everything to resuscitate, but alas, he … Continue reading →

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Teed Off

Posted on June 5, 2016 by

My main goal in life, besides paying the rent, is to imbue joy and merriment everywhere I go, but every once in a while even Pollyanna pulls up anchor. I’m in Panera contemplating cookies, when a 7 foot tall man … Continue reading →

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Every Girl Needs A Butter Dish

Posted on May 24, 2016 by

I got a call from Mimi from Washington in a state of panic.  For those of you who may not know, she was my most beloved 89 year-old neighbor who moved a week ago.  She realized she left food in … Continue reading →

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