As I admired the golden glow of the sunrise this morning, I pondered. Today's thoughts...What is it about females that immediately get sucked into our own self-image bashing? For me, it's because I was born in the 1960's and then graduated in the 1980's. But that's too simple of an excuse. That's just my life. … Continue reading Can women wear bikinis in their golden years?
Aye, Aye, captain – will we win or sink?
In nature, the ants who play follow the leader to sweet liquid destinations win some times, and other times they don't. Along the way, they face challenges and heights that seem daunting. But, their captain keeps them moving forward - "We must...we must...keep going." Eventually, they arrive and take the plunge to drink their measure… Continue reading Aye, Aye, captain – will we win or sink?
My garden woes – Japanese Beetles
As my youthful garden plants continue to grow, so are the nastiest, meanest, ugliest, and vicious Japanese Beetles growing and spreading like wildfire on the flowering blooms and luscious leaves as they open up. Ugh...aren't the beetles mean looking?? They even bite humans! I only have one blooming ornamental plant right now, and the damn beetles… Continue reading My garden woes – Japanese Beetles
Each storm, the empty nest gets easier
When they arrived home, they fit right back into our empty nest life, just like they hadn't been gone at all. It was like a quick summer storm of anticipation building and then a flood of emotional fun roaring through our house. The laughter, the stories, the munchies, the games, and the puzzles were shared.… Continue reading Each storm, the empty nest gets easier
Where friends and flowers meet
We met years ago when our two youngest daughters were in grade school together. Her quick to laughter moments and her quirky sense of humor both struck me immediately, and I was impressed. I just knew we could be friends. One of the most beautiful qualities of true friendship is to understand and to be… Continue reading Where friends and flowers meet
How to be keen on not catching fish
Can you have fun fishing and not catch fish? I say, “Hell Yeah!” All you have to do is head to Lake Wissota, Chippewa Falls, Wisconsin. It can be a busy place, especially in the summertime on the weekends. But, if you’re like me and enjoy the lake when there’s less traffic on it, try… Continue reading How to be keen on not catching fish