April 1, 2017
I’ve used an Etsy on line shop for about 3 years now, for selling my hand-crafted jewelry (to begin with) and then some of my vintage costume jewelry as well. The meager success of that venture was never enough to… Continue Reading…
June 1, 2014
Decided to treat my girlfriend to dinner after church today so I took her to the local Red Robin restaurant. We were greeted by the hostess who immediately informed us that there would be a 15 minute wait. Now, confession… Continue Reading…
April 17, 2014
I had an appointment today to have an eye exam in preparation for getting some glasses. The appointment was tucked into the midst of several errands so I anticipated a full morning. The appointment was scheduled for 10:05 am. I… Continue Reading…
March 7, 2014
I’ve long said that the corollary to Jeske’s Law is the simple maxim: “Nuthin’s ever easy.” At least it never seems that way to me. So much so that I’m always surprised when something goes smoothly, or works just the… Continue Reading…
March 6, 2014
As much as it pains me to admit this, when I was still living in my parents’ home as a young teen, my mother sometimes accused me of being a nincompoop. I didn’t really know the meaning of the word… Continue Reading…
April 26, 2013
It was mid-winter when I first met him. I was working at my desk when suddenly there was a fluttering swarm of wings past my window as dozens of small birds left the half a dozen feeding stations in… Continue Reading…
December 21, 2011
There once was an elected public official overseeing the affairs of an important city. One day he was approached by citizens who were complaining about a giant pothole in the city’s main thoroughfare. The gaping crater caused tires to blow… Continue Reading…
December 15, 2011
I preface this post with my apologies to those involved in the medical field who are conscientious, diligent and dedicated to serving their clients. They do exist and I am very grateful whenever I find them. Today, I discovered what… Continue Reading…