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Confessions Of A Serial Tweaker

Posted on June 4, 2014 by pegoleg

I’m convinced that the secret to good writing is effective rewriting. I’m also convinced that I take it too far. How I envy the easy, breezy, off-the-cuff writer. That’s not me. I’m a serial “tweaker.” No, I don’t mean “twerker” … Continue reading →

Posted in General Ramblings | Tagged blog, blogging, Devo, Dr. Evil as writing critic, humor, musings, perfectionism, was going to tag Miley Cyrus but don't want to give her any more exposure, Whip It, writing | 79 Comments

Caution: Funky Stuff Going On Here

Posted on May 28, 2014 by pegoleg

Hide the children. The following is not suitable for younger and more sensitive readers, by which I mean those under 50. My body is doing some funky stuff. I suspect aging may be involved. 1) Stuff is migrating. Formerly vital … Continue reading →

Posted in General Ramblings | Tagged aging, health, humor, life, looking for Alimentary Aggravation Abatement, midlife crisis, musings | 117 Comments

One Small Step, One Giant Leap… Again

Posted on May 23, 2014 by pegoleg

Nothing makes a parent’s heart melt quite like their baby’s first, tottering steps into the safety of their loving arms. Enjoy those moments, because as soon as your kids master walking, they start to run – away from you. When … Continue reading →

Posted in General Ramblings | Tagged children, family, graduation, growing up up and away, life, musings, parenting | 89 Comments

Lost: One Husband. Substantial Reward For Safe Return

Posted on May 20, 2014 by pegoleg

Many women suspect their husbands would be lost without them. I have proof. We were visiting my parents and Mom needed something picked up across town. My husband offered to drive me, chivalry giving him an excuse to show off … Continue reading →

Posted in General Ramblings | Tagged asking directions, driving, GPS, Gypsy Rose Lee, humor, life, marriage, men and women, musings | 68 Comments

Help Wanted: Bon Vivant

Posted on May 13, 2014 by pegoleg

Wanted: Self-starter for the position of raconteur, bon vivant and all around Renaissance woman. Job duties to include: Exploring…life. Writing…when the muse strikes. Strolling… a beach, hiking a trail or striding down city streets. Partying… hearty. An almost bacchanalian appreciation … Continue reading →

Posted in General Ramblings | Tagged Bacchus, call me Oprah, employment, humor, jobs, life, musings, where are all the good jobs for a bon vivant?, working | 69 Comments

How To Avoid Being A Clueless Dolt This Graduation Season

Posted on May 5, 2014 by pegoleg

Three generations of alumni attended my nephew’s graduation at Michigan State University. We linked arms as we sang the school song. I looked around the auditorium and tears filled my eyes as I realized…most of the people there were … Continue reading →

Posted in General Ramblings | Tagged family, graduation, humor, life, musings | 66 Comments

My Feelings for Smokey The Bear Are So Wrong

Posted on April 22, 2014 by pegoleg

He’s just my type. Muscles in strong, broad shoulders flex as he wields a shovel. He had to take his shirt off because all that hard work got him hotter than a four-alarm brush fire. A bead of sweat glides down … Continue reading →

Posted in General Ramblings | Tagged advertising, Chip and Dale, Chippendale Dancers, humor, Mr. Clean, musings, Scrubbing Bubbles, Smokey The Bear, Tony The Tiger | 76 Comments

Feeling Shiny and New

Posted on April 17, 2014 by pegoleg

How did your experience go with finding the “new” in life? Remember, yesterday I challenged each one of you to do 3 new things. Here’s what I did: 1) To get to the YMCA after work, I usually head west … Continue reading →

Posted in General Ramblings | Tagged humor, life, same old same old, shameless self-promotion | 62 Comments

Show Me The New!

Posted on April 16, 2014 by pegoleg

Spring is busting out all over. Boing! It’s a time of renewal and revival. Time for a new dawn of a new day. I aim to get me some of that new, and I want you to join me. I’m … Continue reading →

Posted in General Ramblings | Tagged aging, humor, life, musings, our brains, spring, The Franklin Institute, trying new things | 68 Comments

Presumed Stupid Until Proven Otherwise

Posted on April 10, 2014 by pegoleg

As citizens of the world, we are forced to touch doorknobs, shopping carts and all sorts of community property every day. That’s why I’m happy to see these signs popping up in more and more public restrooms. This is a … Continue reading →