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Who’s the Crazy One?

Florida winter is upon us, such as it is. Florida winter usually means a few days of chilly and, here in Central Florida, some downright cold weather—lows in the 30’s and highs in the 50’s, Now I know that my … Continue reading

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She Who Must be Obeyed

Dear Reader. I’ve been away for a while–and I hope you enjoy this oldie but goodie post. I will be posting much more often going forward. Thanks, Kathy I’ve being subjugated , put down and ordered about—by my 15 pound … Continue reading

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The Text Message Was Cryptic

  Ding, ding. Where is that damned phone? I dig through my overloaded purse, pulling out tissues, a too large wallet, five pens, two old lipsticks, and loose change. Getting a smaller purse seemed like a great idea when I … Continue reading

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I Am a Bookaholic

It’s true. I looked it up on the internet, and I present these typical symptoms: §  I will sit and read for hours at a time, sometimes until my eyes are so tired I can hardly focus on the words … Continue reading

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FSS–Florida Snowman Syndrome

  I wasn’t aware of FSS until very recently. But, after reviewing the symptoms, I am sure that I’m a victim of this dreaded condition.     Here are a few of the symptoms of FSS. Opening your front door … Continue reading

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The Beatles

“An oldie but a goodie,” I hope you enjoy reading this blog post again! Kathy   The Beatles were the first wave of what was to become a virtual tsunami of British rock and roll bands to capture the imagination … Continue reading

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Dog Tales–Welcoming a Dog Into Our Home

When I think about how happy I am to have my delightful dog Sparkle in my life, I am amazed. For a long time I resisted having a dog. First of all, I am allergic to dogs, and I feared … Continue reading

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Baking for Fun and Frustration?

  Every now and then I decide to amaze visitors to my home with my baking skills. My Book Club members were the latest witnesses to my baking “skills.” Now, before I relate this story, I should preface it by … Continue reading

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A Solo Traveler

As I get older, I am very aware of how time is limited and the fact that tomorrow—or even five minutes from now—isn’t guaranteed. This realization led me to do something I never thought I’d do—travel outside of familiar places … Continue reading

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I Think I’ll Write a Book

  “I think I’ll write a book someday,” said the young woman. “It will be poetry, verses about love and longing and the angst of being twenty.” That Christmas she received a suede-covered volume from her beau inscribed ‘Kate’s Scribbles.’ … Continue reading

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