My journal of big words and pretty pictures
The staff is on the verge of mutiny. The hours are insane, and the pay? That is non-existent. Forget a raise in minimum wage when there is no wage. It’s Work for Food around here. There are too many bosses, and too many demands on limited time and resources. Key skills needed for this job … Continue reading On strike
For the past several months I’ve been on a journey of transformation. Finally within touching distance of a decade-old goal weight, I’ve been daydreaming about an entirely new wardrobe to celebrate. Pants are falling off my hips, my body is swimming in my blouses, even the Sisters are in need of new underpinning. My problem? … Continue reading Fashion disaster
It’s no secret that I’ve been on a walking program lately - counting up towards 14,000 daily steps and that ever elusive 6-mile mark. Besides sturdy shoes and comfortable clothes, a hat and sunglasses, (maybe sunscreen and mosquito repellent), about the only other thing I need for walking is a ready water supply. Dehydration in … Continue reading Six uses for water bottles during outdoor exercise
When I was very young, my family lived in Oak Ridge. Located near Knoxville, in the foothills of East Tennessee, the rural burg was the epitome of small town America. The area, still rolling farmland then, was also very good at hiding an international secret. That is unless you knew its history. Oak Ridge was the national … Continue reading Secret history
A writing meme has been making the rounds lately, a blog tour highlighting the Writing Process. Carrie, from "Muse Unleashed," tagged me to participate. I don't typically engage in memes, but I'm making the exception for this one. When I started my "journal of big words and pretty pictures," I wanted it to be completely different … Continue reading A work in progress
Three one four, et al A day to celebrate pie Pizza or apple My grandma Jessie could baked the heck out of some pies. Her coconut cream and lemon meringue pies were legendary. The crusts were light and flaky, melt in your mouth goodness. She died in 1997 at 81 years old. I miss her, … Continue reading Pi Day
Thin spiral notebook 