Never underestimate the power of a good connection.
A couple of weeks ago, the power went out in two of our rooms. It was puzzling. Why, I wondered, would the power go out in only two rooms, and only to the wall sockets—and only some of the sockets, at that? Yes, you probably know all about electrical circuits and how contractors always put sockets on a separate circuit from the lights. You’re very smart that way. Where were you when I was trying to figure all this out? (more…)
So, do cars have estrogen?
I know we call them, “She,” like we do with ships. I just wonder—how far does the metaphor go? ‘Cause I’m pretty sure that our van—her name is CocoPuff—is having some sort of hormonal issues.
Perhaps I’m just hypersensitive to this because I am currently surrounded by a number of—how do I say this and not get disemboweled—emotionally shaky ladies. (more…)
Over Protective?
You decide.
You also get to guess where I am sitting as I write this.
My daughter wants to spend the night at a friend’s home. Three girls—two seventeen-year-olds and one fourteen-year-old Princess of My Whole Heart (hereafter referred to as POMWH). My first instinct is to say, “No.” Loudly, emphatically, and with several syllables.
“Nnnuuhhoooooooooooooooooooooowwww.” Like that. (more…)
Hey, you get to travel today!
I have been given the opportunity to write a guest post for Captain Dad, a hilarious cartoonist and blogger. Come check it out…
I really shouldn’t be left alone.
Cathy and the kids are at a homeschool convention this weekend. I had an unmissable appointment yesterday, so I was unable to go with them.
That means I’m home.
All by myself. (more…)