October 2008

A Penny For Your Thoughts

October 7, 2008

When was the last time that you bent down and picked up a penny that you saw on the ground? Me? If I see a coin at my feet, I’m on it like a duck on a June bug. A penny that is heads up is supposed to be lucky, but I don’t care if [...]

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Hurricane Ike Affected You, Whether You Know It Or Not

October 3, 2008

My area of Texas was relatively unscathed by Hurricane Ike. Oh, sure, there was a little bit of wind, and some much needed rain. Bus loads of evacuees took shelter in the larger cities, although I never saw them. After the evacuees went home reports about the hurricane faded from the news, overshadowed by the [...]

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Ersatz Chorizo

October 2, 2008

No, I’m not speaking in tongues, and I didn’t just sneeze (so you don’t have to bless me). I guess I’m talking in a foreign language, though. Two foreign languages, actually. “Ersatz” is a German word that means “substitute” or “replacement.” “Chorizo” is a Spanish or Mexican style sausage that is very spicy. So, I’m [...]

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Leave Well Enough Alone

October 1, 2008

I have discovered a reason never to trim another bush or tree in my yard. I think I can probably live with that, because it is NOT my favorite chore. Today I decided to trim a bush that stands at the edge of my deck blocking the view of my yard. It’s a view that [...]

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