Mom would have been 64 this past Monday. It didn’t occur to me that it was her birthday until mid-afternoon—maybe 3 or so. I’m certain that’s the latest in the day I’ve ever thought about it since she died. You know, I finally stopped seeing something I think she’d be interested in and thinking I … Read more
So after I was a smart-alecky contrarian about the whole idea, Saintseester sent me a Google+ invitation for a sociological yuk, and I’m sure she’s enjoying that I’m enjoying it. You know, choosing which faceless, soulless mega-corporation with which to share the most intimate details of your life is an important decision. I like my … Read more
Happy Bastille Day! I’m delighted to report that the matriarch at my across-the-street neighbor’s house has been released, and is going to be just fine. They’ve had an overwhelming response in helping them clean up that’s been heartening to witness. We’ve got some sustained temperature relief coming in the next several days. I just paid … Read more