Life…. and then some ( Blog )

  • Is Something Missing?

    The last couple of years, I really felt as if the Christmas spirit is waning. I moved south from the north over 30 years ago. My family would say, “ It’s the weather. It’s supposed to be cold at Christmas. “ That’s not it. When I first moved here, I recall holiday traditions, lights and… Read more

  • Food Brings the World Together

    Never Have I Ever….. …..witnessed lines like this at the Dekalb Farmers Market. 12/22/23. I’ve been here many a Christmas Eve and never saw this. Lucky for us, it’s a nice day. Ten minutes later… The line is moving. I’ll let you know what the hold up is pretty soon. And once in, the place… Read more

  • Are you a good judge of character? I would like to say yes. I give people a chance or two and see how others act around them. I’ve always had strong gut feelings. I had to learn that they’re always never wrong. Many times I went against my gut feelings; resulting in disaster. Lesson learned.… Read more

  • What technology would you be better off without, why? I use my phone for practically everything. I can live without a landline phone. I could use my phone for watching TV or movies, but I’ll keep my TV. I love watching sporting events and movies with my family. Can’t do that with a phone. I… Read more

  • Aaah! The Llama and the Alpaca

    Aaah! The Llama and the Alpaca

    What are your favorite animals? Not sure how my love of llamas/alpacas began, but I found myself using llama patterns on notebooks, wrapping paper, computer wall paper, you name it. Don’t be fooled by the little guy below. He’s actually a door stop for my classroom. The students like him . He’s a stuffed weighted… Read more

  • The Best of Both Worlds

    Beach or mountains? Which do you prefer? Why? https://www.exoticca.com/us/blog/mountain-and-beach-destinations-the-best-of-both-worlds/ I wouldn’t mind living in one of these places. Growing up on Long Island, NY , you’re surrounded by beach and can go every day all year long. Yes, even in winter. My parents would plan summer vacations to Upstate NY in order to “ escape… Read more