Scents that fight stress: Calm behind the wheel

Ah, the joys of teenager-dom. And with those comes the stress of other things, besides raging teen hormones. Such as (cue “Jaws” theme here) driver’s ed. Yes, your teen learning how to drive can easily rank right up there with… Continue Reading →

Happy Mother’s Day; what are you wearing?

Wishing all of you a very happy Mother’s Day! Nothing too big going on here; we had lunch with my wonderful mother-in-law and spent part of the afternoon with her. She is in a nursing home, but still doing pretty… Continue Reading →

Mother’s Day

Well, this Sunday is Mother’s Day. My mother has been dead for over two decades, so I will obviously not be shopping, just remembering. I can remember a gift that my siblings and I got together to give her one… Continue Reading →

Off Topic: Giving Thanks.

Well, we here in the good old US of A just had our day off, and no doubt some of us are up to there in turkey and trimmings. Personally I’ve never been a big fan of the bird- I… Continue Reading →

Got the back to school blues — or not?

If you’re a parent, then school starting for your children may or may not be a mixed bag. I’m a bit sorry to see summer go, especially as it wasn’t all that hot this year where I live, which was… Continue Reading →

Tale – Call to a Men’s Help Line

Tale – Call to a Mens Help Line HELP LINE:  ” Hello, Mens Help Line my name is Bob how can I help you?” . CALLER: ” Hi Bob, I really need your advice on a serious problem. I have… Continue Reading →

One Aussie guys PROPOSAL!!

Hey hey POSSE!!! PROPOSAL!! is such a fraught word, isn’t it. Portia here from AustralianPerfumeJunkies and so excited to be bringing you something terrific from Down Under. This totally off topic but well worth a look.When I see the word… Continue Reading →