There are two distinct camps: The Sheep and the Freedom Fighters. I wonder if it was as divided back in 1918. Certainly, there is evidence of some uprisings with mask-wearing in particular, such as the formation of the Anti-Mask League of San Francisco. The fact that the Spanish Flu took place during war time also …
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Hay Bales, Sleds and Much, Much More
A month and a half ago, I had the chance to re-enact a beloved outdoor activity from my childhood. Not only was it fun, it was indeed nostalgic eliciting a flood of fond memories at our former family farm. It’s astounding to think that thirty-seven years have since passed. Has it really been that long? …
All Grown-Up?
I was struck by something funny the other day as my husband and I prepared our Easter dinner a day early for a change. Ready for my big revelation? I think that we are officially all grown-up now. How’s that for news? Not really news, is it? I realize that that statement may sound silly …
The Twist
Maria found herself in the brightly lit bathroom feeling rather sick and... embarrassed. Luckily, she knew that Caterina would understand and she didn’t have to worry about being such a needy houseguest within a few mere hours of her arrival. As she slumped next to the toilet with her dark, curly hair cascading over her …
WANTED: MUFFIN CULPRIT
With many folks working from home now, some workplace issues have likely fallen to the wayside, whereas new ones are undoubtedly surfacing. For those of us deemed essential, in-person workers, many things about our days look different beginning with mask wearing, sanitizer use galore, gloves, distancing, etc. It’s been a delicate balancing act of doing …
I Wish…
I wish... I wish that we could all get out of this ongoing mess, I wish that the sun would be shining everyday, I wish that we could see our loved ones without being fearful, I wish that we could see the light at the end of the tunnel, I wish that the third wave …
Black and White Like a Zebra
In keeping with the times, I’ve decided that I have a list of things that I am offended by as of late. No offence intended. 1. Zebras—their stripes bother me! I feel that they are too linear, too black and white. Personally, I’d like to see some grey in there. It would make me feel …
Reality Stings, But Possibilities Await
My reaction isn’t quite what I had predicted. I’d looked forward to this day literally for years and then its much-anticipated arrival earlier this week brought about a fierce mixture of emotions which I am still reeling from. As expected, I was and am excited beyond belief, but with the excitement also came feelings of …
Saturday Mornings Then and Now
Most of us in the western world grew up watching Saturday morning cartoons making it the best morning of the week. In retrospect, I’m thinking it was equally as fun for us kids as it was for our parents. After all, they must have relished the extra hour or two in bed IF they could …
I’m Just a Number Amongst Many Numbers
Life-work balance? This year is my 25th anniversary. Well, officially it is my 26th, but my first year didn’t count. Likely, you’ve guessed that I am not speaking about my wedding anniversary here. Instead, I’m referring to the number of years that I have spent in my profession. That’s a lot of time dedicated to …
