What possesses politicians to describe themselves as “poor” or “broke?” They do this and then are surprised at the backlash they receive. Hillary Clinton is the most recent example, but I can’t begin to count the number of Congressmen who seem to think this is a good tactic. I think … Continue reading →
While I was in San Antonio, Mr. L was working hard to get the next segment of the house painted: The upper floor shingles will be a tan a little darker than the first floor and lighter than the dividing band. The attic-level shingles will be the same color as … Continue reading →
I brought my five back with me from San Antonio yesterday, and Mr. L had his four here. Everyone seemed fine. We were going to leave Lady out overnight, because she’s been very mellow lately, but I stood up from working on the puzzle around 8:30 pm and walked into … Continue reading →
Mr. L adjusting the come-alongs as we unloaded the convertible into its new bay last week:Good to have it in Central Texas.
Continue reading →Our neighbors went on vacation yesterday. Their plum tree is LOADED with ripening plums, so they asked us to pick them as they ripen this week and help ourselves. I found these this morning, and many more are just about ready. They’re tasty, too.
Continue reading →Yes, cats are grounds for constant bewilderment. I have nothing particularly specific to support this statement this week, but they’re all unique with special personalities and different interactions. Lady and Rossie don’t like one another, but if I hear Rossie screaming, it isn’t necessarily Lady beating up on her anymore. … Continue reading →
Last week in San Antonio, I looked out the front storm door one evening and saw this fellow relaxing on the sidewalk. I had to double-check to make sure Floyd was in the house, but of course he was. We’ve seen this guy around. One of our neighbors participates in … Continue reading →
Last Sunday night, around 8:30, Rossie decided to come down the back stairs and spend time in the kitchen with us while we worked on a jigsaw puzzle. She ate from the food tower, but she spent most of her time on the rug by the back door (which is … Continue reading →
I saw a Sophos post earlier this week about fitness apps and privacy. You could substitute nearly any type of app into the first part of that statement, because with nearly every app you use, free or paid, some data is collectable about you. Most apps, unlike a lot of … Continue reading →
Welcome back for another episode of the Merry Go Round Blog Tour. Did your April (Snow) Showers bring May Flowers? We’re working on that down here in Central Texas. Our tour theme for May is balancing family, work, and life with writing and how we do it. This was easier … Continue reading →
