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Garcon, Treadmill For One!

Posted on December 27, 2011 by pegoleg

Be sure to tip your maitre d’ sweat. The world is facing a cataclysmic problem.  The supply of essential resources will shortly be woefully inadequate to meet demand.  How will we allocate those resources?  Why have pundits been strangely silent on this … Continue reading →

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The True Meaning of Christmas

Posted on December 22, 2011 by pegoleg

My husband’s grandfather was a talented woodcarver.  One of his most beautiful creations is a nativity set that my in-laws always display at Christmas time.  When our kids were little, they couldn’t resist handling the smooth, wooden figures.  Being a wise woman and … Continue reading →

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Last Minute Gift Ideas To Keep You From Becoming Ebenezer Screwed

Posted on December 21, 2011 by pegoleg

Christmas is only a couple of days away.  The cards are written, the presents are bought, wrapped and under the tree, and now everyone can sit back and enjoy the season. Everyone except you.  You haven’t done anything to get … Continue reading →

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My Sister-In-Law Is Ruining the U.S. Economy

Posted on December 16, 2011 by pegoleg

My sister-in-law, Lisa, just announced she is starting a diet.  With 3 weeks to go until Christmas.  This is wrong on so many levels.  Besides the masochistic overtones, we have to consider how such a move might affect the nation’s economic recovery. … Continue reading →

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Wal-Mart, The Christmas Musical

Posted on December 12, 2011 by pegoleg

Most Americans have been to Wal-Mart.  But you haven’t truly experienced it until you see Wal-Mart, The Christmas Musical.   I attended a performance just a few days ago.  The entire play takes place in a Super Wal-Mart.  It is Sunday … Continue reading →

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Little Red Hen’s Christmas Tale

Posted on December 1, 2011 by pegoleg

Like many of you, I spent much of the long, Thanksgiving weekend putting up Christmas decorations.  This joyous experience reminded me of a classic children’s story (which has been a classic since I made it up last year.) Gather round, my kiddies, while … Continue reading →

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How Was Your No-Shave November?

Posted on November 29, 2011 by pegoleg

As another No-Shave November draws to a close, I hope everyone got as much out of it as I did.  It was just one short year ago that I first learned of this important event… My sister told me her 17 … Continue reading →

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The Doilyfication of Man-World

Posted on May 11, 2011 by pegoleg

I went to get my oil changed a couple of weeks ago.  The waiting room décor was vintage man-world: utilitarian, plastic stacking chairs, cracked linoleum floor, boxes and bins of oily parts, and posters of spark-plugs and other vehicle- related … Continue reading →

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When Speaking the Language of Love, Better Bring an Interpreter

Posted on February 14, 2011 by pegoleg

    Looking for a last-minute Valentine’s Day gift for that special someone? “Nothing says forever like a cockroach,” according to the Bronx Zoo.   For only $10, you can help raise funds for the Wildlife Conservation Society by naming one … Continue reading →

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New Year/ Old Year Updates

Posted on January 5, 2011 by pegoleg

I’ve had numerous requests for status updates on previous blog posts. No, really. So here, as a public service, is the latest on subjects that have been near and dear to my (dare I say OUR?) heart. Our Cat, Beeby … Continue reading →

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