Category Archives: humor

FREAKY, FUNNY FRIDAY . . .

I started out bald. I looked pretty much like a billiard ball until the age of one. It was then that hair actually appeared on my little noggin. Eventually it grew long enough for mom to curl it into rags … Continue reading

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SQUIRRELY TALES – HIGH DRAMA

ART FROM THE SKETCHES OF PAUL BOECHER – HUMOR FROM HIS WIFE KATHY BOECHER The pencil drawing is more than a sketch. In fact it is a constant reminder of the squirrels that dwell in our midst. They are very … Continue reading

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DANCE LIKE A CHICKEN DAY . . .

Today is Dance Like a Chicken Day. The chicken dance has been around for 70 years. It was introduced by Swiss accordionist, Werner Thomas. After editing it a few times, it morphed into the melody we know today. The moves … Continue reading

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SIGNS OF AGING – DROOL . . .

Here it is – Saturday. Another week has melted into the past and it’s been filled with all kinds of emotions. As the days pass, it seems they go much faster as I grow older. One may even dribble into … Continue reading

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WHO IS THAT?

I have to admit, I feel this way almost every morning when I get a first look at my reflection in the mirror. Who is that old lady? How did she get into my bathroom and why is she here looking at … Continue reading

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THE LONG WEEKEND

Today begins a long weekend for students in Minnesota. They call it MEA WEEKEND, because a convention is held annually for teachers in our state. Therefore, students get a couple of days off. Teachers can choose to attend the convention … Continue reading

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HUMOROUS HALLOWEEN HULLABALOOS

Halloween in my neck of the woods, begins on October 1st. If you want to purchase Halloween stuff you can certainly do so in July, because the decorations are readily available. When you live in the Halloween Capital of the … Continue reading

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FRIDAY FUNNIES FOR OLD FOGIES

Fridays are for fun, so here are a few funnies for those of us who have turned the corner – so to speak. It’s also National Junk Food Day, so get yourself a greasy hamburger, some fries and anything over … Continue reading

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WHY I LOVE MY JOB

The Jewels of deNial performing “Side Window,” at Lord of Life Church in Ramsey for the Ramsey Lions – Viva Howard, Barb Hynes-Tomczyk, Christine Tauer, Kathy Boecher. Dee Moore1 When I was a little girl, I felt it my obligation … Continue reading

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THE SENIOR ROAD TRIP

Taking a vacation when retired is kind of a misnomer. I mean to take a vacation when you’re on a “vacation” every day seems repetitive at the least. We’ve opted to take short trips rather than the average drive to … Continue reading

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MAY THE 4TH BE WITH YOU . . .

I must admit, I’m not a great Star Wars aficionado. I know, I know, what’s wrong with that woman anyway? My kids enjoyed the Star Wars movies. I love Yoda and the baby Yoda characters. Didn’t much care for Jabba … Continue reading

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MISSING MY DOG

David Kitz had a charming story about his dog, “Champ,” this morning. It brought to mind all the many dogs we’ve had as pets over the years. Four years ago we said goodbye to our twelve year old Llewellin Setter, … Continue reading

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MINNESOTA BLIZZARD FUNNIES

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PRESIDENTS DAY FUNNIES

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GROWING OLD, FADING FAST

No, this photograph is not me, although I’ve been known to wear a clown nose. I’ve also worn a fake nose and glasses while driving through a McDonald’s Drive-thru. When I found this photo on the internet, I couldn’t help … Continue reading

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DO YOU FEEL SAFE AT HOME?

Every year, as a senior citizen having a wellness check, you’re asked, “Do you feel safe at home?” I guess I never thought about it until I was asked. Up until then I felt pretty safe no matter where I … Continue reading

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FIRST SNOW – A COLLAGE

This year has been filled with surprise after surprise. I believe 2022 will go down in history as one we’d love to forget. This morning the sky opened up and gently expelled flakes of white upon an already colorful blanket … Continue reading

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WEDNESDAY WISDOM

I guess you could say I was a child that grew up on “screen time.” My screen was an 8″ black and white TV, upon which I spent Saturday mornings wallowing in Looney Toons cartoons. I would then spend the … Continue reading

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VALENTINES FOR SENIORS

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EMBARASSMENT AT THE MOVIES

Edit Post Save draftPreviewPublishUpdating failed. Sorry, you are not allowed to edit this post.Add title I usually read other people’s posts before actually staring my own. This is sometimes a way of sparking some thoughts when I’m not sure what … Continue reading

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