When I was a kid there was a show on television every afternoon called Art Linkletter’s House Party. It was an afternoon variety show and to be honest I don’t really remember much about it except for the regular segment called “Kids Say the Darndest Things.” Mr. Linkletter would take four kids, put them onstage…
Just for Laughs
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While reading through the community newspaper this week I noticed a small article titled “Fun Run for AHA.” Well, right away I have a problem because I think the words “fun” and “run”, when placed together, are an oxymoron. There is nothing fun about running – nothing. I know, some people love it, but I…
Am I Prepared?
While driving home one night I noticed a truck stopped on the side of the road and a flashlight flickering next to it. Watching the source of the light eventually allowed me to see the man carrying it. I thought to myself, “That man should have a reflective vest on so no one hits him….
Changing My Ways . . . and the Sheets
When my husband, John, and I were in California in May we took a couple of days to drive down the Pacific Coast Highway. We stayed in Cambria, CA at a motel with a view of the ocean. It was lovely – until I went to bed. You see, I have this thing with hotel…
The Joy of Exercise . . . Clothes
In 2002 I started exercising. I know what you’re thinking: “not until 2002?” And the answer is, “Yes, not until 2002.” Exercise didn’t seem necessary when I had young children at home (although in hindsight, it might not have been a bad idea) and then I kind of got into the habit of filling my…