This year the holidays have brought out the sourpuss in me. I'm still reeling from the obscene consumerism of "gray Thursday," yet heartily emboldened by the generosity of Giving Tuesday. But still, the spirit of Christmas is shrouded in a veil of greed. I … [Read more...] about Sourpuss Whiskey Sour – 5:00 Fridays TM
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Wild About Jennie – 5:00 Fridays TM
On this day after Thanksgiving people are thankful for one of two things: being with their family or being away from their family. Oh, I say this in jest. Sort of. We spent our Thanksgiving among friends. This crazy blogging world is not just about imaginary friends who click … [Read more...] about Wild About Jennie – 5:00 Fridays TM
SAFEchild + Giving Tuesday = The Reason for the Season
I hate Black Friday. I've said it before, but it bears repeating. I ask you instead to set aside the free baubles and plastic doodads that await you as door buster door prizes for a Black Friday that starts closer to Wednesday. I ask you to set your sights on Tuesday. Giving … [Read more...] about SAFEchild + Giving Tuesday = The Reason for the Season
HobNob’s Wicked Red Punch – 5:00 Fridays (on Wednesday)
5:00 Fridays is making a special appearance today. It is Halloween, after all, a time for some witch's brew. And I'm not talking java. I came home from Uganda to a lovely bottle of this (sent as a sample from my friends at Deutsch Family Wine & Spirits, but as usual, the … [Read more...] about HobNob’s Wicked Red Punch – 5:00 Fridays (on Wednesday)
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Fireworks Sangria – 5:00 Fridays TM
Some people go gaga for Christmas. Some people relish all that Thanksgiving brings. Some people favor the hoopla of St. Patrick's Day or New Year's Eve. Not me. Independence Day is my favorite holiday. Don't laugh. I get teary eyed listening to patriotic tunes and choke back a … [Read more...] about Fireworks Sangria – 5:00 Fridays TM