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I Shop, Therefore I Am Enlightened

French philosopher Rene Descartes said “I think, therefore I am. ”  I’ve heard women say, “I shop, therefore I am.”  Philosophical shopping maven that I am, I say, “I shop, therefore I am enlightened.” The other day I noticed two women … Continue reading

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Life Saving Holiday Hints for The Very, Very Wealthy

The joyful Christmas season is, unfortunately, also a time of increased accidents.  This year the super-wealthy are at even greater risk.  Why?  Because the death tax rate in the U.S. is going up on 1/1/11.  This tax, also known as the … Continue reading

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A Chicken’s Work Is Never Done (Little Red Hen’s Christmas Tale)

Once upon a time,  Little Red Hen lived in a cozy little coop with her happy little family.  It was Christmas time and Little Red Hen thought some decorations would add to their holiday joy. “Who will help me set up the tree?” she asked. “Not I”, said the rooster.  “Not … Continue reading

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Oprah’s 2020 Anniversary Special Features Freshly Pressed Author

Transcript of 12/10/20 Oprah TV Special. (Camera closes in on Oprah and guest seated before live audience) Oprah: “Today we’re talking to women who are living their dreams. Peg, you and I go way back.  You’re a world-famous author, blogger … Continue reading

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

Support your local eggnog farmer! 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 … Continue reading

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Wal-Mart, The Musical

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

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Annual Insurance Review: S. Claus

                                                                                 RV Insurance Agency                                Agent:  P. S. Prep notes for annual insurance review                                             Date:  12/6/10 Client:  Mr. & Mrs. Santa Claus (nickname Kris)    Address:  North Pole (get Mapquest for inspector) Client rating (naughty, nice, preferred):  Preferred List of … Continue reading

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Why I Wish I Were An Insect, Temporarily

A fly’s life doesn’t have much to recommend it.  After all, fine dining for flies involves stuff you scrape off your shoes, and they only live about 24 hours.  Nonetheless, the other day I wished I were a fly…on the … Continue reading

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Stop the Presses!

I got published! I can’t believe it. This is so exciting, I just had to share! Here’s how the whole, thrilling situation came to pass. Jan, the sales rep for our local newspaper, was in my office a few months … Continue reading

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I Love Me Some Oprah!

While everyone else was busy with holiday merriment, I was writing another note to Oprah. Work, work, work, work, work! Dear Oprah, Hi, it’s me again.  Just a reminder of why Oprah Magazine needs my blog. Check out today’s entry … Continue reading

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