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Friday, August 11, 2006

Did YOU Know JanesO Could RAISE the DEAD???

Yup, it would seem I'm that good! OK, so it's getting thick here, but I do have a rather amusing story to relate, pertaining to a supposed death. I was talking with the family members of a very demented, elderly woman. We were discussing the plan of care pertaining to her dementia and some orders I... Sign in to see full entry.

Sunday, August 6, 2006

All of Life Began At 4 PM!

Have you ever noticed that you reach a certain point in your day -- usually on a weekend -- and with a loud shriek say something like "holy cow! It's 4pm and I've NOT gotten a THING accomplished!!!!" Such was my feeling today. Granted, I went to church, but beyond that did not get much of anything... Sign in to see full entry.

Saturday, August 5, 2006

Chowing Down on Ice Cubes --

The Auld Mutt loves her ice cubes after a warm evening walk. First the small sized dog biscuit (because she's somewhat elderly and has a tendency towards obesity), and then a handful of ice. She sprawls out on the kitchen floor, reaches into the bucket (a large sized yogurt container), and chaws... Sign in to see full entry.

Tuesday, August 1, 2006

Instead of Bully, Did You Mean to Say Cream Puff????

The house was in sight and we were almost home. Thank God, I was thinking, what with this blasted heat and the heavy, humid air. Could it get any more oppressive than this? Not much. Before reaching my driveway, however, I saw coming towards us a girl with a big black dog. I mean, really big black... Sign in to see full entry.

Sunday, July 30, 2006

Are YOU A Money Lender?

I had an amazing conversation with a coworker last week. You know how we humans are so good at assuming we can judge a book by its cover or, humanly speaking, assume we know the essentials about a person after a few conversations? I guessed wrong about this person. Her bubbly, cheerful persona was... Sign in to see full entry.

Saturday, July 29, 2006

The BEST Shopping Trip In A Long Time!

A few weeks ago I asked my sister if she had any clues as to what Stewart would like for his birthday. It's painful, sometimes, trying to figure out gifts for the six kids. Particularly in Stewart's case, since this almost 15 year old boy is amazingly contented and frequently has trouble coming up... Sign in to see full entry.

Sunday, July 23, 2006

Weekend Gems, Wine, and Life's Little Pleasures

Some days it just doesn't take much to tickle a person. Have you noticed that so often it's the little things that make your day so right? I think I value my weekend more and more, particularly since I am now working 50+ hours/week at the moment, which makes weekends all the more delightful!... Sign in to see full entry.

Sunday, July 16, 2006

The "Little Boys" Made It 59.3 MILES!

There once were THREE little boys, but the oldest of the bunch, Caleb, has made it clear that he no longer fits that category. So now there are just two -- Blake who is five, and Jonathan a rambunctious three year old. Yesterday they biked (or road) 59.3 miles with the family. And finally, it wasn't... Sign in to see full entry.

Wednesday, July 12, 2006

This Just In . . . . (I Expect You to be Very Impressed!)

Yeah, I know, biased, braggart of a doting auntie that I am. I spoke with my niece this evening, and asked who all in their family would be bicycling in the Holland 100. Her response? "All of us." "All of you?" I asked, in great amazement. "Yup" she replied, "but we're doing the 100k, which means... Sign in to see full entry.

Sunday, July 9, 2006

A Sore Bum, and Other Tales on Bicycling

My sister called me yesterday with this most preposterous of suggestions. Why don't I join them, she says, for a bike trip today from Holland to Saugatuck. We'll pack a picnic lunch and eat it there and then return to Holland that evening. I think about it for a few split seconds, and say sure!... Sign in to see full entry.

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