Plans are Afoot

Hey, folks.  So, I have news.  In the next five weeks, my 18-year-old man-boys are moving out of the house and up to Portland, Maine and in with their older sister, we rented a bigger place for them (their sister… Continue Reading

A Case of You

I am so off track this week.  LOTS of changes afoot (at work, and some complicated moving plans — details to follow.)  It’s all … going to be great eventually, I think.  Really.  Just not able to go into details… Continue Reading

The Supporting Role

You know what gets old?  Managing other people’s feelings. I mean, I’m really good at it.  I’d likely score very high on whatever empathy scale or test you gave me.  I think it’s the result of growing up with a… Continue Reading

Okay Groogle

I think we’ve all had our share of disappointing relationships and breakdowns this year, and I’d like to share mine – with Google home. I admit, I’m not google’s sexiest, most imaginative relationship partner.  My questions tend to be simple… Continue Reading

At Least It’s Not February

Hey, folks.  March came in like a lion, howling winds today, leaving me feeling unsettled.  The dogs came down with a nasty cough (vet appointment tomorrow) and I’ve had a few days of poor sleep, tending to them, and being… Continue Reading

Old Favorites, Revisited

Hey, everyone.  I’ve been staring at this blank page for a day and a half, waiting for inspiration to strike.   I did finally have a thought, though – old favorites. I’m sick of my laptop, my work, this house, my… Continue Reading

A Moment of Frisson

First off, hat tip to Musette for her fabulous post on Bill Evans last week – she introduced me to Bill just a few weeks ago and he’s been the soundtrack around here ever since.  Second, it’s snowing. I’m guessing… Continue Reading