It’s the day after ChristmasAnd the house is a mess,Littered with paper and dishes,Cookie crumbs and a dress.The dishwasher’s fullAnd more dishes to wash.The fridge is overflowingWith leftovers to nosh.Our presents are scatteredAll over the room,The glittery bowsLifting the gloom.Pine needles are falling From our big Christmas tree,Which now leans to the leftAs if down … Continue reading Twas the Day AFTER Christmas
Author: Tara
Twas the Day Before Christmas
Twas the day before ChristmasIn our big blue houseEvery creature was stirringIncluding the mouse.Me in my PJsAnd Todd in his skivviesI’m afraid the kids haveClogged the privy.It came fast this year,This fine Christmas Eve,Even though I’ve watched The GrinchMore times than you’d believe.I worked all weekendOn my feetAnd I’m still baking cookiesFor us to eat.The … Continue reading Twas the Day Before Christmas
How Do I Love Thee?
In no particular order, you know, cause I'm not that organized with my thought processes. Except for that last one, that one was intentionally last.Your artistic talent. I love the subjects that inspire you, and the artwork by your hand that we have hanging on our walls.You don’t snore. Except when you’re sick, which is … Continue reading How Do I Love Thee?
What I Learned in Maryland So Far
Over 40 in Maryland is exactly the same as over 40 in Pennsylvania. Still the same aches and pains, still wake up feeling exhausted. Still weigh the same (even after 2 solid weeks of stress! SMH). And, still can’t read the fine print on anything.Praying mantises can take “many hours” to mate, according to a … Continue reading What I Learned in Maryland So Far
Conversations With Todd – Episode 2
It all started yesterday morning when I sent Todd, who has been dealing with an onslaught of negative shit lately, his horoscope. You can read it here: http://www.freewillastrology.com/horoscopes/sagittarius.htmlThe following is the IM transcript from Facebook. Todd: thanks honey, I guess I'm not really a bull s*** magnet. Me: nahbut anyone can step in bullshitit's like a … Continue reading Conversations With Todd – Episode 2
Changing Places – We’re Not In Kansas Anymore
We’re beginning week 3 in our new home, neighborhood, and schools. How are we doing? V couldn’t wait to go to school on the first day. After she got over her indignation over being stared at on our visit the week before, she was anticipating all the attention the new girl gets, as she jealously … Continue reading Changing Places – We’re Not In Kansas Anymore
Changing Places – Moving Day
I have a confession to make. I hate moving. Hate. It. Okay – that’s out of the way. When I moved to my town 11 years ago, I announced to everyone present on moving day that this was the last time I was moving. Well, obviously I was wrong. Last time I moved was to … Continue reading Changing Places – Moving Day
Changing Places – The Prequel
It’s been a harrowing two weeks. Well, actually longer – if I count the weeks preceding them where I waited for a response to our desperate need to relocate. We have been in “discussions” with my ex about relocating for months. He has had some financial worries, as have we, so it seemed a good … Continue reading Changing Places – The Prequel
This Is Why Nobody Likes a Hangover – Or – Blame It On the Wine
For about a year now I’ve been after my mom to plan a “Dine Out For a Cause” type of event that would benefit the JDRF. What I envisioned as a casual fundraiser with a percentage of the proceeds going to the JDRF became a full-blown Caribbean Festival, with island-inspired foods and music, and a … Continue reading This Is Why Nobody Likes a Hangover – Or – Blame It On the Wine
What I Learned This Summer
Not only are there illicit drug user websites, but I also learned that some of these morons – instead of the good old fashioned method of snorting or injecting cocaine ... I mean, why stop there? … are plugging it. What is “plugging,” you ask? Well, I am SO glad you asked. It means they … Continue reading What I Learned This Summer
The Tara Chronicles 