I am recovering from surgery for a herniated disk in the lumbar 1-2 vertebrae of my back. It's been two weeks, and with the staples out, I am not experiencing as much pain. I have weaned myself off the OxyContin and will use Tylenol if the pain becomes unbearable again. But I am a doer,... Continue Reading →
Sometimes You Can’t Find A Good Compromise!
Annette and Kathy were twins who each loved getting their own way. They decided to have a joint 21st birthday party. But Annette wanted a beautiful white cake, and Kathy demanded a fuchsia cake covered with lots of butter cream. Their mother, Julie, determined not to buy two cakes, chose a batter that was part... Continue Reading →
The Ranting of a Non-Fisherwoman
I don’t know how anyone finds fishing relaxing. I find waiting for a fish on the line quite taxing. After an hour, I find the whole enterprise tiring, And I want to strap on a gun and start firing. I don’t blame the fish for not taking the worm bait, Just so I can have... Continue Reading →
When the Decorating Bug Hits Quickly and Leaves Just as Suddenly
I am one of those hapless people who walk into Home Depot and catch the decorating bug. I want to paint the whole house new colors, clean out the cupboards, add new lining paper, and replant the garden. I can think of a hundred new DIY projects and spend accordingly. I am the kind of... Continue Reading →
Slowing Down, But Not Stopping
It's the case that I don't move as fast as I used to, So my celerity in walking is really way down. My knees hurt a little more than usual, But, thankfully, I can still pretty much get around. I was amazed at learning that my dependable Knees and hips would only last me so... Continue Reading →
Mama, Who Were You?
Everything my mother told me about herself has turned out to be a lie! From her maiden name to where she was born to her relationships with the woman who raised her, all of it false. I am so saddened to know that I don't know anything about the woman who gave me life. She... Continue Reading →
The Sweetness of Music
If a song has a beat that I can move to, I can listen to it over and over again. I am a true music lover, for I like all kinds of music. As a little girl, I only heard R&B songs on black radio stations. I heard gospel music at church, and still today,... Continue Reading →
