Being completely alone requires some adjustment. Sound is the most immediate thing I notice. The only random sounds, within these walls, are those that I make myself. This is unfamiliar territory. As the eldest of six children, the sound of others was like the air we breath, it was just there. I lived alone briefly,… Continue reading Home Alone
Economic Patriotism
I read this article about economic patriotism with interest and look forward to seeing the documentary when it is broadcast, if I can find it. I had not heard the term before, and like it a lot. I have tried to shop locally all my life, and it has become a bigger and bigger job… Continue reading Economic Patriotism
Beautiful Autumn
Early this morning I received a call asking me if I would like to work for three hours today, at a close location. I agreed and spent a lovely morning catching up with a woman I worked with when I first began working with the company. The weather has been wonderful! The nights are cool,… Continue reading Beautiful Autumn
Yesterday’s News
I wrote this entry yesterday, but did not upload it. Today, while chopping vegetables and peeling tomatoes for spaghetti sauce, I am managing to get it out of the nest. Sports were always a personal best kind of experience for me, the competition aspect was not my focus. I did enjoy winning, but I would… Continue reading Yesterday’s News
Tyranny Sincerely Excerised
Who is the microphone for? Source: http://www.huffingtonpost.ca/2013/09/19/cbc-parks-canada-franklin_n_3958545.html?ref=topbar This morning I drove an hour to the car dealership for the last maintenance inspection and service appointment, within the warranty on our car. I do not anticipate any issues, the car works well. I had asked if the dealership provided estimates for rust repairs, since we have… Continue reading Tyranny Sincerely Excerised