Have and Have Not

Have and Have Not

A few weeks ago I discovered an unwanted nuance of “have” and “have not”: medical insurance benefits. While I have benefits and can instantly make a doctor appointment to seek assurance for any concern, my Sista Suzi can not. Well, could not...
Breakfast at Tiffanys

Breakfast at Tiffanys

My husband is the best man alive. I love him completely, thoroughly, and true. We’ve been together since February 16, 1974. He loves me and is very giving, but he is not a hearts, flowers, chocolate, and jewelry guy. It matters not, for I can buy these myself. I...
House Guests # 2

House Guests # 2

We had an awesome 1 1/2 weeks with a BFF who came to stay with us recently from Michigan. She observes my #1 House Guest Rule: do not hurt your host, my husband. She wouldn’t, for she was married to his BFF from high school. She shares Midwestern values of...
House Guest #1

House Guest #1

Tis the time of year when the Pacific Ocean and the Arctic Jet Stream partner up and give the USA some brutal weather. While we Californians covered our citrus, shivered despite wool sweaters, and bought new boots, residents of 45 states to the east took it a little...