I am eligible to upgrade my 5S iPhone to a 6S. I know this because Verizon has helpfully sent me a reminder email about once a month for the past 18 months, mentioned it on my monthly invoice, and pointed… Read More ›
The Unexpected
A Little Gas Problem
Well, the saga of my ongoing dive into dementia continued this morning when I stopped by 7-11 after my workout to get some gas and buy a coffee. After putting the nozzle into the car’s gas tank and setting the… Read More ›
Why I scared the guy at 7-11 today
Normally, when a guy gives you a double-take, it is meant as a compliment. At least, this is how I prefer to interpret the move. Unfortunately, by the look on the stranger’s face this morning in the parking lot of… Read More ›
Home Parties
I get invited to a lot of home parties because my friends know I’m good for a $50 spend. It doesn’t matter whether the hostess is hawking candles, cookware, or jewelry, I’ll buy something so she can get her bonus… Read More ›
Oops
This is DJ, a wonderful waiter at the Bonefish Grill right off Route 28 in Centreville. This is the conversation we had this evening: “DJ, I have a problem.” “Yes, ma’am?” “I have just finished exchanging texts with the friend… Read More ›
My Tuesday
Dear Bob, I have good news and bad news. The good news is that the officer is going to buy my book. The bad news is that the profits from the sale will not cover the 70 in a 55… Read More ›
Raining Cats
Sadie has decided to amuse herself by chasing her tail while balancing herself on the stair railing on the second floor. Unfortunately, she is not a very coordinated cat. This is a proven fact, based on the time she caught… Read More ›
Treasure Hunting
In an effort to start purging my closet, I decided to get rid of four purses. Although I was sure they were empty, I figured I better check to make sure. Here is the list of what I found in… Read More ›
War of the Roses
Dear Bob, Thank you so much for the two dozen roses you gave me today as an early Mother’s Day present. They are beautiful. I must say, however, that I have never received roses with so many instructions. As… Read More ›
Did I say that out loud? 