So far 2012 has been supremely crappy. Sad news hovers above like a veil of spider webs that smack you in the face when you're out for a leisurely hike on a sunny day. There is so much heartache and grief and loss to bear. Add to the mix some seriously challenging parenting … [Read more...] about Calm Unity – 5:00 Fridays
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Meyer You Lookin’ Fine – 5:00 Fridays
I'm no sourpuss, but I am having a love affair with lemons. Ever since we vacationed in Sorrento, Italy I have been obsessed with lemons. I was in juicy heaven walking among the lemon groves and eating lemon zested bits of fish and homemade limoncello. I've been trying to … [Read more...] about Meyer You Lookin’ Fine – 5:00 Fridays
Tactile Pleasure – 5:00 Fridays
On Monday, Chinese New Year, I took Bird and Deal to the Asian market to get some barbecue pork buns, a family favorite, and some Chinese candies. We, rather I, am all about whooping it up for every holiday and silly reason, so of course we had to have Chinese fare for dinner. … [Read more...] about Tactile Pleasure – 5:00 Fridays
RIP Etta James: Dark n Stormy – 5:00 Fridays
Etta James died today. I'm no music aficionado, and most people would say my taste in music sucks. I am admittedly stuck in the 80s and still like to get my groove on to cheesy 70s tunes. Andy Kim, anyone? However, I was one of those music club suckers back in the day. I … [Read more...] about RIP Etta James: Dark n Stormy – 5:00 Fridays
Silver Slash – 5:00 Fridays
When I was in middle school I claimed my hair was just really, really dark brown because I was tired of being so different from everyone. Truth is, I have the blackest of black hair. If you go blindfolded into a windowless room in the middle of a Minnesota winter and squeeze … [Read more...] about Silver Slash – 5:00 Fridays
Youth, Only Better – 5:00 Fridays
Whenever a new year creeps in I am reminded of the magic of Time. 2012 will usher in my 44th year, inching me closer to yet another chronological milestone. That picture up there was taken when I was in my early 20s but still passing for 17. Now when I look in the mirror I wonder … [Read more...] about Youth, Only Better – 5:00 Fridays
Mayan New Year – 5:00 Fridays
So 2012 is peering around the corner, waiting with her satin gloved hand to lure us in. Little does she know that the earth will tilt and bend and swerve us to her her grips without her sultry beckoning. She does not realize this, and in her winsome way, she thinks her … [Read more...] about Mayan New Year – 5:00 Fridays