Life has gone to light speed as we finish another school year, and the plans for my in-laws’ 50th wedding anniversary come together. The party – hosted by Todd and me (mostly me doing the planning; he’s working on the honey-do list) and being held at our house – is in exactly 9 days, 5 … Continue reading I’ve Got This (I Think)
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Road Trip – Survival of the Fittest
It’s that time of year again – state bowling tournament and a road trip for Todd and me. I love road trips. I’ve had this idea of driving cross-country for over twenty years. I imagined driving across the southern states to California and then back east across the northern states. I guess you could say … Continue reading Road Trip – Survival of the Fittest
My Life is Shit – Episode 2
Just when you think the universe can’t deliver any more shit your way – surprise!!! Our 15-year-old dog, Pi, was sick last week. Sick – as in stopped eating, vomited a handful of times, wouldn’t get up from her bed, and generally ignored all offers of food (even the highly coveted Pupperoni). I prepared myself … Continue reading My Life is Shit – Episode 2
And a Comedy For Those Who Think
Copyright Rob Radikal Melancholy has gotten the best of me over the last few days. I knew, like a good fart, it would pass at just the right time. Yesterday Todd called me on his way to work. Lately when the phone rings, it hasn’t been exactly the best phone call in the world. So, … Continue reading And a Comedy For Those Who Think
A Tragedy For Those Who Feel
Copyright Rob Radikal I’m a terribly optimistic person. I try to find the silver lining. And, sometimes, I make inappropriate jokes when things get serious. Case in point – a family friend of ours lost her husband last year. When I saw her and asked how she was doing, she seemed a little melancholy, but … Continue reading A Tragedy For Those Who Feel
Balloon Boy
I decided to share this story on the heels of the last post, since I hinted that there was a story to tell that was connected to the hot air balloon ride. Way back in 1997, when I was working full time in the restaurant, this guy started coming in with his parents, who were … Continue reading Balloon Boy
A 20-something’s “Bucket List”
I’ve saved college papers, creative writing, bits of prose, writing prompts… and recently stumbled across a list of things I wanted to do, written during my years at NYU – at the tender age of 20. I didn’t know this was officially called a bucket list. It’s silly. Cruise around Manhattan (Booze cruise). There were … Continue reading A 20-something’s “Bucket List”
What? or, I Didn’t Hear That?
Another blessing of being middle-aged – hearing loss. I’m simultaneously being sarcastic, and serious. Most of the time I find it annoying, since people who inherently speak in lower tones will be speaking to the deaf if they’re talking to me. Here’s how you can tell when I’m not hearing you: I lean in slowly … Continue reading What? or, I Didn’t Hear That?
Lost and Found
Found 3 things recently that were lost. A rather brand new cell phone. A green “bowl.” The cat. This was all very exciting, though for different reasons. Todd came in from the car one day and showed me this brand new cell phone he found under the passenger seat. He asked who was … Continue reading Lost and Found
What is ‘Merica?
I referenced ‘Merica in a Facebook comment last weekend, and was accused of using it in a derogatory way. Okay – I did sorta kinda use it in a derogatory way – I referenced stupid lower-middle class ‘Merica as being responsible for the rise of a certain Presidential candidate. That’s kind of a rude and … Continue reading What is ‘Merica?
The Tara Chronicles 