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Neighbor-mates

When I got married, I was happy for a lot of reasons. One of which, was that I would have a life-long roommate with whom I not only get along – but love dearly. I had some bad… Read More

New Books

I love having a new book. I love the way new books feel, the way they smell. I love the smooth texture of their unbroken spines, knowing by the time I’m done they’ll look worn and ragged and… Read More

Victorious

I’m never usually very good at putt-putt. But today, I did just fine. Not par, or anything, but enough to be the winner. Lee did have an impressive hole-in-one, but it was not enough for the win. However,… Read More

Aficionado

Tengo un problema. Estoy adicto a Shakira. I now have my second Shakira C.D. The very special thing about my new C.D. is the accompanying lyrics sheet. I love to sing along to songs. I love speaking Spanish…. Read More

Thank You, Good People

I would say that tonight, my faith in the good of people was restored – but really, I hadn’t lost that faith. Instead, my faith in good people was re-enforced. About a month ago, I was at Bar… Read More

N.P.aRgh

I love N.P.R. And were I a rich woman, I might give some of my riches to the network. It is time once again for the N.P.R. fundraising drive. As soon as I heard the first person say,… Read More

imok

My new computer came today. It is so white and shiny and new. The keys on the keyboard have that certain spring, and everything smells of new packaging and wonderful newness. Lee took photos of the unboxing, and… Read More

Patience

I am trying to be patient – but I can’t help myself! Lee and I bought my new computer last night, an ibook. He checked the order today, and a big, red “backordered” was stamped on it. I… Read More

Good-bye Clammy

It’s official. Clammy the ibook laptop was sold on Ebay last night. The buyer has paid, now all that’s left to do is ship the computer on Monday. I can’t believe it sold for $30 more than we… Read More

Photographs

Yesterday, I got two rolls of film developed, and was very pleased with the results. I adore my camera, and I adore taking pictures even if some of them don’t turn out. But there were several good ones… Read More