It happens only once. What happens only once? Everything! New Hampshire people become autumn snobs at this time of year. O to be in New Hampshire, now that fall is here! Rocked back and forth in the warm wind of the October afternoon, I watch the leaves tumbling and swirling down in a random dance … Read more
It was years ago. The cold gray light of a late November dawn was just beginning to seep through my bedroom window when the alarm jolted me awake. 6 AM – time to roll out of bed and get that huge turkey in the oven. I shivered as my feet touched the icy floor, bundled … Read more
The rumors are true. Not a scrap of toilet paper to be found on Walmart’s shelves – not one tiny shard. The Corona virus has absconded with every roll. Whatever will we do if we run out of it, so to speak. Here are some priorities to ponder. What would we do with an abundance … Read more
There’s something about the midmorning sound of the mail truck. Why does it stir my anticipation? What memories does it awaken? Childhood heart shaped valentines in red envelopes? Birthday cards from doting aunts, holding cash in surprising amounts? Paychecks from jobs, the sight of the company logo eliciting feelings of security? Now, in the midst … Read more
Time was when flying was a social event. People actually dressed up to fly. Women would don their church clothes and high heels, perhaps even a hat and a pair of gloves. Decorum ruled the day. Not any more. I’m lined up in a modified cattle chute, deprived briefly of shoes, jacket and other valuables. Toothpaste, … Read more
I recently overdosed on this fictional, fact-based drama of the UK’s royal family. Puzzled by my addiction, I had to step back and figure out why I was left longing for more when the series ended with Charles and Diana’s crumbling marriage. What’s up with that? Well, for one thing, this series echoes my own … Read more
It happens only once. What happens only once? Everything!We who live in New Hampshire become autumn snobs at this time of year. O to be in New Hampshire, now that fall is here! Everywhere we look, leaves explode in vibrant color, from bright yellow to flaming crimson to deep vermillion. Caressed by the warm wind … Read more
The kidney stone – one of life’s more challenging adventures. First comes the feeling that something “down there” is presently going to pop. This can go on for some time. Then the trip to the doctor – no, not a UTI – ultra sound, CAT scan – AHA! There is the little devil, perched on … Read more
As New Hampshire gradually tilts away from the sun and August days trickle off the calendar one by one, my thoughts turn savory pots of homemade soup, simmering on the back burner. Soup gives me great joy. Putting together a pot of soup in the early afternoon frees me from dinner preparation for more intriguing … Read more
Her name is Shadow, and she is our new grandpup. Oh, she is a love! I am smitten. She belies her breed name, Goldendoodle, by sporting a coal black coat of silky curls that ruffle perfectly in my hands.She’s a bundle of energy and will endlessly empty wastebaskets, hunt down particles of food on my … Read more