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Category Archives: My Life
Living an Unfulfulled Life
This is my response to a question posed by Kimberly at She Scribes. I know exactly how you feel! I’m 47 and not pleased at all about my weight. I also have unfulfilled hopes and dreams, but to a certain … Continue reading
I love my Dyson vacuum!
I bought a Dyson DC24 vacuum cleaner on Black Friday. I’ve used it several times and I love it. It’s really versatile, because the main unit is small and easy to maneuver, it has a extendable wand tool for getting … Continue reading
Using Twitter for News
Digital Trends posted some tips on how to use Twitter to get your daily news. Their article left out one good idea: Use lists to help you find the headlines you’re looking for. I have lists for local media, national … Continue reading
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Tagged journalism, news, social media, Twitter
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Keep Birth Control Coverage in All Insurance Plans
I am a Florida Republican, and I disagree with Sen. Marco Rubio (R-Florida). Sen. Rubio said (and his press office published an excerpt): “This is about whether the government of the United States should have the power to go in … Continue reading
Posted in Government, My Life, Social Commentary
Tagged abortion, birth control, common sense, conservative, Florida, president, republican, senator
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A Life That’s Rich
Over the weekend, my mom and I were driving through the towns of Atmore, Alabama, and Walnut Hill, Florida, where my grandfather grew up. She pointed something out that seemed applicable to the current status of the U.S. economy. We … Continue reading
Posted in Economy, My Life, Social Commentary
Tagged economy, grandparents, land, rich, wealth
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Day Seven – My Day
I woke up this morning at 7:08am. Actually, I woke up 15 minutes earlier than that, but I have the bedroom clock set ahead, so those are the numbers I saw. I got up a few minutes later, and just … Continue reading
Day Four – An Experience That Made Me Who I Am
>In the late ’80s, I attended some major science fiction conventions and a bunch of smaller ones. Here are the highlights: 1986 – World Science Fiction Convention (WorldCon), Atlanta, Georgia 1987 – Official Star Wars 10th Anniversary Convention, Los Angeles, … Continue reading
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Day Three – The People Who Make My World Go Around
> My mom (in Mansfield, Indiana; left), because she’s always been so supportive of me. She’s also a little crazy, and I think it runs in the family. My husband, for making me laugh, for encouraging me, and for always … Continue reading
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Day One – 31 Day Challenge
>I read about It’s Gravy Baby’s 31 Day Photo and Prompt Challenge over at Robyn’s Online World, and I decided to participate. The first challenge is to post a photo of yourself with 10 facts. 1. I love Star … Continue reading
Paper Towel Overload!
How many times have you stared at the paper towels or toilet paper, looking at the various options and wondering what’s the best deal? It’s not even just which brand is best, but does it really make a difference if … Continue reading →