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Happy Whonkey Day!
So, let me explain. When my baby sister Jennifer was little, she kind of had her own language. She named things in a way that was so assertive, you had to just look at the object and say, well….yeah, that’s what it is, all right. For example, chicken was “gooster”, olives were “gobbles”, and turkey? Continue reading
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Drawing A Blank
Ever seen someone in the grocery store that you think you know, but their name and place you know them from just won’t come to you? You lock eyes, and smile as you get closer to them, and all the while a growing sense of panic is alarming you to the fact that you cannot Continue reading
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Rollerblades and Romance In Piedmont Park
Back in the mid-1990s, there was a time when inline skates (rollerblades) were the latest craze. All the kids were ditching their regular quad skates with two wheels in front and two in back for inline skates, which have four wheels positioned along the center of the boot in a straight line. Since I was Continue reading
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Remembering Lila Mae: A Southern Legacy of Love
Lila Mae was my maternal grandmother. Often described as a hoot, a character, or in loving Southern terms, “a mess!”. Being called a mess in the South is generally considered a compliment. She loved a good joke and was a great sport should that joke turn out to be on her. She was also quite Continue reading
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The Adventures of Wilma: A Washing Machine Tale
About a year ago, we got a new washing machine. It’s not terribly complicated to use and it’s not overly computerized, but it does have enough cycles, water options, and a big enough tub size to get any washing job done nicely. I love it. I’ve secretly named her Wilma. Wilma even beeps out a Continue reading
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Ups and Downs Part II: From Lingerie to Drawers
I went to the local big box store yesterday afternoon to pick up some things. I gathered my few items and headed over for the last thing on my list: I needed a pack of underwear. Now, ladies, I can’t say I remember when the shift took place, but you know the one I’m talking Continue reading
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