Monthly Archives: November 2011

There are times, I must admit, that I think the technology of today has a mind of its own and can know what I want.  It throws me back to the time when all the fad was to tell someone who was irritating … Continue reading →

After flying through three-time zones, my daughter, Alicia, arrived here for Thanksgiving thanks to a two stop, fourteen hour flight.  Even she would admit to being a little ragged when she got here.  I admit to almost knocking a man down who … Continue reading →

Believe it or not, ready or not, the holiday seasons is upon us.  Finally, my remodeling venture is finished and furniture is once again in all the rooms where it belongs.  There are only a few paintings left to hang and we … Continue reading →

The suffragettes of the late 19th century and early 20th century were looking only for the right to vote.  The women of the 1960s and 1970s were only looking for the right to be employed and accepted in positions that were all … Continue reading →

In this day and time, we often blur lines that once were pure black and white allowing for others mistakes.  What was once alcoholism, pure and simple, resolved by will and determination to live a better life is now categorized, … Continue reading →

My children were brought up to believe that anything is possible and that their attitude toward whatever happened would shape their lives.  They were encouraged to maintain a positive attitude delineating their options and with sufficient information making the decision … Continue reading →

November 10th is the Marine Corps birthday and this year Marines will celebrate their 236th birthday.  Around the world, wherever there is an active duty or former Marine, this birthday will be noted and celebrated.  My most memorable one was in … Continue reading →

During the early 1900s, if you wanted something that wasn’t sold locally, a catalogue was the answer.  Sears catalogues sold everything in those days including houses some of which still stand today.  Before Christmas, a special catalogue sent out with just … Continue reading →