The “Spelling Bee” is Addicting, Fun…and Torturous.

  Life is stressful. But there’s one thing my mom and I do that takes the edge off. The New York Times publishes a daily game called “The Spelling Bee.” You’re given seven random letters to make as many words as you can. One of the letters (which they select) has to be in each. […]

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Small Things, Nicely Done

In these turbulent times, there’s one thing I do daily that keeps me on track and gives comfort. I turn to it, whether in the mood or not. And almost always, I feel better after. It’s an odd thing to find solace in. Some of you will think I’m crazy. Some of you will understand. […]

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Pandemonium at the Bird Feeder

  There’s a rumble happening. It’s mean and nasty and you can cut the tension with a knife. It doesn’t help that our Yorkie terrier is the instigator, getting everyone riled up and on edge. According to Libby there are too many birds on our back deck and even worse, they’re joined by the biggest […]

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