Today is my mother’s 95th birthday and I have no idea what to give her. It’s not that she needs a gift or even wants one, but I want to give her something that will make her happy. She has told us many times not to give her anything. Still, a 95th birthday is something…
Month: April 2023
Get Me an Advocate
I could sure use an advocate. The trouble is that the people who were elected to represent me are the ones who are creating my problem. You see, I love my neighborhood. It is a beautiful mixture of trees, water, homes, and natural habitat for many of God’s other creatures, such as eagles, alligators, owls,…
Flat Tires
It’s time to start riding again. I used to look forward to riding my bike and would ride about seven or eight miles every morning. Then I fell and broke some ribs, then the weather was bad, then I had surgery, then I did some travelling, then I gained several pounds, then I lost some…
Eulogy for Old LG
Hey, Old LG! Here’s your eulogy.For a few years, you kept food freshly.Although your heart was cold and darkly,Specially with your doors shut tightly.I took a trip, you quit completely.On my return you smelled distinctly.Two men came and removed you quickly.As you left, I again breathed freely.R.I.P.
Life Stinks, Easter Doesn’t
Everything rots. I was rudely reminded of that when my daughter called last night to let me know that our refrigerator had shut off and our house has a new un-fresh scent. Life is uncertain. My plan was to drive back to our Florida home five days ago, but my wife became ill and could…
The $500 Tip
I tipped a waitress $500.00 last week. I didn’t mean to, but I did. Yes, she was a very good waitress, and I was impressed when I saw her sit at the table of the elderly woman who was eating alone and chat for a few minutes. But I can’t afford $500 tips. Here’s how…