Stand, sit, kneel that’s the evolution of Colin Kaepernick’s position during the U.S. national anthem. The goal is to draw attention to a country that “oppresses black people and people of color.” I don’t watch football, but now I know who Colin Kaepernick is. He succeeded. Then Bruce Maxwell knelt (I think he skipped… Continue reading The One Knee Kneel (I Hope The Vegans Don’t Catch On)
Review, edit, and revise. The tamable written word serves me well. Stammer, blurt, and misspeak. The rowdy spoken word escapes my grasp. Examples of conversations I never should have had: Chat With A Stranger Who I Thought I Knew Me: (Upon seeing a woman in the church parking lot) Hi! I haven’t seen you in… Continue reading Inane Conversations
If you’re listless, get a list- any list. There’s nothing like a series of mini events (or better mini events with sub lists) to energize me. I have dozens of lists. Here are a few of the more interesting ones. List to Become a Successful Old Person The usual lineup for aging well are regular… Continue reading Feeling Listless? Get A List!
Moose blocking your trail? Wait patiently, keep your distance, and step behind a tree. Bear halting your hike? Speak softly, back up, and ready your pepper spray. Boulders falling at random? Read warnings, drive forward, and cross your fingers. I waited patiently for a bull, cow, and calf moose to clear my path at Isle… Continue reading Rocky Risks
I have no sense of direction. I know I have no sense of direction. Whatever chemical or brain part or chromosome responsible for this trait is missing a molecule or neuron or gene in my body. However navigational technology changed my life. Now I am able to negotiate entire neighborhoods confident that I won’t be… Continue reading Directionally Challenged
A Few Choice Words By Anita 