May the 4th (of July) be with you
Week one in California. Yesterday, we went to Joshua Tree National forest. Apparently, a forest doesn’t need real trees. We went to the cafe next to the visitor’s center — where I remembered… Continue reading
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Father’s Day thoughts
As a parent of children 43 and 41, I remember what it’s like to be “on-call” 24/7. As a grandparent, I know that both my children can tell you the same thing: Parents… Continue reading
99 word prompt : Valentines
February 14, 2019, prompt: In 99 words (no more, no less) write a story about valentines. It can be Valentine’s Day, the exchange, love for another, romance, or friendship. Have a heart and… Continue reading
Please (don’t) be my valentine
Ah, the memories. My first experience in elementary school. Teacher: “You have to put a card in everyone’s box.” Student(s): “But I don’t want to! She had cooties!” (aka Tourette’s Syndrome). … Continue reading
Just a reminder on New Year’s Eve
Just a reminder: Mine crew are already cringing in corners and it’s only 7:00 pm. All around the world when the new year begins, pets run away at the sound of fireworks. This… Continue reading
Meowy Arfs-mess
MERRY CHRISTMAS From Florida! I did my shopping online at Amazon. 3 gifts certificates. My shopping is done. For your Christmas cheer, here are a few of the reasons I don’t have a Christmas… Continue reading
Fractured Christmas Carols
YouTube is full of surprises. I love listening to Christmas carols. And what’s more festive than one that makes you laugh? Have a few fractured Christmas carols. They come at you like rubber… Continue reading
JOELLE’S TALES: FIRST THURSDAY OF THE MONTH #TMAT120 #WRITING #PROMPT FOR DECEMBER 2018
PLEASE participate It’s not like I’m asking you to be the grinch for Christmas. My husband already took that job. TELL ME A TALE IN (EXACTLY) 120 WORDS Welcome to DECEMBER… Continue reading
Thankful
Being thankful — that’s what it’s all about. I’m thankful for a family who reads my blog …in self-defense. I’m thankful for the people in my life who understand …that I’m not-quite-right.… Continue reading
JOELLE’S TALES: FIRST THURSDAY OF THE MONTH #TMAT120 #WRITING #PROMPT FOR NOVEMBER 2018
PLEASE participate It’s not like I’m asking you to eat two turkeys while wearing a Jason mask and singing Jingle Bells at the same time. TELL ME A TALE IN (EXACTLY) 120 WORDS… Continue reading