Monthly Archives: August 2013

This week was a banner week with successful endocrinology and doctor appointments.  Monday, I visited my endocrinologist for a routine exam, and blood draw.  My BP was perfect, and my weight had dropped 17 pounds since my visit in May. … Continue reading →

A few Saturdays ago I went to the Oakwood Farmer’s Market and really enjoyed meeting some of the folks, and thoroughly loved the fresh produce.  I returned this morning, knowing I would be meeting two music/theatre friends, Raymonde Rougier and … Continue reading →

It’s a hot, muggy Friday afternoon here in the Miami Valley.  The day commenced with our regular 6:45 AM walk, with MapMyRun shorting me about a quarter of a mile. After breakfast and a shower, I reported to my doctor’s … Continue reading →

For several years, Amy Kress, the mother of one of my students, has always spoken highly of her Dyson vacuum. At the time, I needed a quality sweeper that could tackle all the pet hair – a cat and three … Continue reading →

Labor Day weekend is one of my favorites. Kettering hosts one of the most fantastic festivals and parades in the state of Ohio during this weekend. The bulk of the activity takes place in my own neighborhood, and there is … Continue reading →

For the past 20 minutes I’ve been sitting out on the deck snapping green beans. It’s been a somewhat quiet morning and one with little productivity. I casually said to the dogs, “Well, kids, it’s been one month today since … Continue reading →

There is certainly nothing wrong with ordinary.  Some days, ordinary is quite the welcome visitor. Aside from teaching, there is not much on the docket for this week save my endocrinology appointment, a doctor’s appointment for my quarterly check-up, and … Continue reading →