Tag Archives: humor
THOUGHTS ON AGING . . .
It’s Saturday here in Lake Woebegone. There’s not much to do, so I’ve decided to write another post for today. It’s something I’ve taken from my diary regarding the process of aging. I’ve listed a few changes that take place … Continue reading
ALL HOOTED OUT . . .
ART & POETRY BY PAUL & KATHY BOECHER© TGIF and time for a double dose of Boecher art & poetry. This wise old owl has an eye on something. His piercing eyes cut through the darkness in search of any … Continue reading
TALK LIKE A PIRATE DAY . . .,
Shiver me timbers and blow the man down. It’s “Talk Like a Pirate Day.” I happen to love this particular day of the year. I’ve played the part of a lady pirate many a time, while the winds be tossing … Continue reading
NATIONAL HUG YOUR BOSS DAY . . .
Actually, Hug Your Boss Day was yesterday but I’m celebrating it today. In my estimation, hugs have become a thing of the past. With thoughts of sexual harassment at bay, along with those who simply don’t want to be touched, … Continue reading
THE AGONY OF DA FEET . . .
I remember it well. I was nearing twenty. The twist was the dance of the day. A new band from across the pond was making its way to the US. I fell somewhere between Elvis and the Beatles and never lowered myself to swooning … Continue reading
MY ADVENTURES WITH CARS . . .
My very first car was a 1950’s Ford Fairlane which was about to reach that great used car lot in the sky. I didn’t have to drive more than three miles a day to take my children to school. When … Continue reading
IF IT LOOKS LIKE A DUCK . . .
One of the first things that endeared me to my husband was his ability to talk like Donald Duck. I know that isn’t the typical attribute to determine who to marry. Usually, outward appearance, stature, goals and accomplishments are in … Continue reading
SENIOR VACATIONS . . .
When you reach retirement age, thoughts of fancy cruises and tropical islands invade your brain. You are finally free to break away from the working world and enjoy life to the max. Most of us retirees are living on Social … Continue reading
OH, THOSE FAMILY VACATIONS . . .
Who can forget the adventures of the Griswolds as they took their first major vacation together. Movies are supposed to imitate real life, and, in this case, I can attest to some of the same kinds of difficulties that family … Continue reading
AGING WITH A SMILE . . .
The last time I went shopping, I sat in my car and observed others hustling and bustling with their carts filled with tons of groceries and a child or two. I tend to do that a lot lately – observe. … Continue reading
AGING CHEESE GETS MOLDY . . .
“A Book of Verses underneath the Bough, A Jug of Wine, a Loaf of Bread—and Thou – Beside me singing in the Wilderness. Oh, Wilderness were Paradise enow!” Omar Khayyam The average life expectancy in the United States is 78.6. … Continue reading
I DIDN’T KNOW WHAT TIME IT WAS . . .
It’s Tuesday . . . right? I think I went to church two days ago. I know the breakfast club is meeting this morning and I have a telephone appointment today so I can’t go. Yesterday we had to put … Continue reading
FRIDAY FUNNY STUFF . . .
This has been quite a week for trying to stay positive. National and world news have most of us scratching our heads and wondering why. I’ve tried to overcome the headlines by posting some of Paul’s art. I’ve just about … Continue reading
HAPPY GROUND HOG DAY . . .
February would seem to be an ordinary month. Nothing special really, but when you look at this page on your calendar, you’ll find all kinds of special days in the shortest month of the year. It may be that we … Continue reading
HAPPY CURMUDGEON DAY . . .
Today is Curmudgeon Day. Who knew that we’d come to this. Actually, raising a glass of good cheer for those who have turned into the grumpy Muppets complaining in the balcony, seems common in these times. I don’t get out … Continue reading
IS CURSIVE WRITING OBSOLETE?
Today is Friday – the end of the work week – the beginning of the weekend – and it’s also National Handwriting Day. Who would’ve thought that we’d be honoring this means of communication, but then why shouldn’t we? I’ve … Continue reading
NATIONAL WHIPPED CREAM DAY . . .
January 2 was National Cream Puff Day and today, January 5, we celebrate National Whipped Cream Day. These days are only three days apart. I wonder if that might be a clue for me to share a story that includes … Continue reading
TO SANTA OR NOT TO SANTA . . .
WOOD SCULPTURED SANTAS BY PAUL BOECHER I am not taking a stand on whether or not we should talk about Santa, but I do love this collection which Paul carved for me several years ago. He hand crafted each one. … Continue reading
A REPRIEVE FOR A MOUSE . . .
This is my second rendition of “Twas the Night Before Christmas.” Maybe I should do a new one each year. I haven’t seen any mice running around the house so far this year. Even the trap has gone untouched. I … Continue reading
