Category Archives: General Ramblings

Deep thoughts on the human condition.

Are You An Optimist Or A Pessimist?

 Little Billy wanted a pony for Christmas. It was all he talked about for months. When Christmas morning arrived, he ran outside and saw…a huge pile of poop. Little Billy clapped his hands for joy and started shoveling. “Why are … Continue reading

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Don’t Thank Me For Voting

As I walked out of the polling place this morning, a man checked my name off a little list and said, “Thank you for voting.”  It was as if I was a veteran who laid her life on the line … Continue reading

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Health Insurance Companies Hate Sick People And Liechtensteinians

In fall, a young agent’s fancy lightly turns to thoughts of health insurance.                                                                          Alfred, Lord Tennyson. Sort of. The guvment, in its infinite wisdom, decided that it would be a good idea to require *90% of Americans to enroll … Continue reading

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Malaising Grace, How Sweet The Sound

This is my favorite time of year.  The bright colors, the nip in the air – love it.  But it’s also my least favorite time of year.  It’s getting dark earlier every day.   My temper shortens with the days, while … Continue reading

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Take A Bite Out Of Words

I love words; written, spoken, any way they can be served up.  Life offers a veritable smorgasbord of words and I want to sample them all. I’ve mentioned before that I talk to myself. These are not always full-fledged conversations.  … Continue reading

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Gimme A Steaming Mug of Sodium Caseinate

  The interwebz is where people go to engage in thought-provoking, passionate debate on important topics of the day. But not the people I know. At this time of year, our minds are consumed by the issue of pumpkin flavored … Continue reading

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iPhone 6 Plus A Big Hit Everywhere Except In Your Pants

The latest gadget has arrived on the scene, and everyone in the world has to have it. Unfortunately, technoistas have already come crashing down from their initial high as reality bites them in the butt. The humongous new iPhone 6 … Continue reading

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Invasion Of The iPhone Snatchers

My husband has become one of Them.  They’re taking over. I keep trying to tell people, but they won’t listen. “You’re paranoid.” they say. “That’s crazy talk.” they say. Oh sure, it seemed innocent enough at first.  The iPod was … Continue reading

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Let Your Fingers Do The Talking: Universal Sign Language For Drivers

The problem with Driver’s Education is that students learn useless things like the proper distance to maintain when following a car towing a house trailer up a 30 degree incline during an ice storm (2 miles.) Why don’t they teach … Continue reading

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Take The Bucket O Chicken Challenge To Cure LAFF

The phenomenal success of the ice bucket challenge has brought in a ton of money for ALS, as well as bringing much-needed awareness to this worthy cause.   I’m going to borrow the idea to raise funds for another cause that … Continue reading

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