Friday, August 2, 2024
The Willard Library in Evansville, Indiana has been providing library services since 1885. It is the oldest public library in the state. This historic library, housed in a Victorian Gothic building is reportedly haunted by the ghost of The Grey Lady, who first reported to have been seen in Willard... Sign in to see full entry.
Wednesday, July 31, 2024
I'm Just About There
Although John and I won't be 60 until the end of October, this is very relatable. Photo courtesy of public domain Sign in to see full entry.
Monday, July 29, 2024
The Old Woman Has Some Cleaning to Do
No more children for the old woman who lived in a shoe because she now has too much cleaning to do. Photo Credit: Abandoned World The earliest printed version of the rhyme comes from Joseph Ritson’s Gammer Gurton’s Garland in 1794. Ritson is known today for editing the first academic collection of... Sign in to see full entry.
Sunday, July 28, 2024
Never Mind the Cannibals, but Please Leash and Clean Up After Your Dog
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Friday, July 26, 2024
I Would Be Doomed by This Trap
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Wednesday, July 24, 2024
Endangered Creatures at the Bronx Zoo Bring Fans A Cuteness Overload
Mama and her baby joey who are tree-dwelling kangaroos, made their public debut this week in New York, poking its tiny pink head out of the safety of its mom's furry white pouch. The baby joey, a Matschie’s tree kangaroo, was born at the end of December. They are an endangered species from Papua New... Sign in to see full entry.
Saturday, July 20, 2024
I Caught the Troublemakers Who Caused a Ruckus in My Yard This Morning
These guys have way too much energy for being such little creatures. While putting on a pot of coffee for John, I could hear a commotion in the yard. I walked out and found these two critters doing circles around my flowers, vegetables, and lounge chair. The other three accomplices got away by... Sign in to see full entry.
Friday, July 19, 2024
Once You See It You Can't Unsee It
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Wednesday, July 17, 2024
Even Though I'm A Western Pennsylvania Transplant, This Makes Me Gag!
I simply cannot stomach runny eggs. I like my eggs scrambled and completely cooked through, but it is a Western Pennsylvania thing to eat eggs that run off of the plate with a side of toast to sop the runny yolk up, leaving a clean plate behind. Every region has its own dialect. In my defense, I am... Sign in to see full entry.
Tuesday, July 16, 2024
Time to Call the Grammar & Punctuation Police...
You have to wonder if a manicure or haircut is a part of the deal. Sign in to see full entry.