The Republican National Convention is this week. There has been a lot of historical footage in the media, and on more than one site I've seen video clips of Reagan's highly effective slogan "Are you better off than you were 4 years ago?" That got me thinking of my life through that four-year lens. Now,… Continue reading Better Off?
Author: tahlia42
Fictional Relating
Do you have to relate to a character in order to enjoy a book or a movie? For me, it isn't necessary. I have enjoyed many a novel where I didn't like any of the characters. I must admit, though, it is a major added bonus if I can see myself in at least one… Continue reading Fictional Relating
First Draft Queen
I know it's been a month, but I'm still struck by the fact that I had writer's block: I'm the one that tackles the blank page and provides the rough draft for people to edit! (Isn't it amazing how doing something for myself makes it very different!) As my friends that I have helped can… Continue reading First Draft Queen
My New Favorite Thing To Cook
A few months ago, I was trying out a new recipe, when DH2U asked me what I was making. The ingredients in front of me triggered a flashback: I must have been 10 or 11, and I was standing in the kitchen with my mom "helping" her make dinner. She was making a pasta dish… Continue reading My New Favorite Thing To Cook
Sarcasm
I love the show Big Bang Theory. It meets my need to geek out and to laugh at the same time. Thank you, CBS, for streaming episodes online so I can watch them! I know it was done just for me! Sheldon, because of all his quirkiness is my favorite character, just as he is… Continue reading Sarcasm
Behind the Wheel
As I have previously mentioned, I took drivers ed in high school. I didn’t however get my drivers license until later. The lessons I had in high school didn’t take: they stressed out both Ma and me. It was a college friend’s dad who taught me how to drive. I was at their house all… Continue reading Behind the Wheel
Mind is a Sieve
Last Friday, about a half hour before close of business, I looked at the calendar. I'd been writing the date all day, but finally the day sunk in ... I had a bill due Saturday. Dang, what is it? After a couple of minutes I remembered it was for some healthcare services, but then for… Continue reading Mind is a Sieve
A Friendly Face Far From Home
From my very first European vacation, I have enjoyed traveling alone. The freedom to change your itinerary on the spot (mid-museum even!), do nothing or jam pack the day, and randomly decide to simply take in a film.... or a nap. When I am abroad, I prefer to stay in hostels. This way, I have… Continue reading A Friendly Face Far From Home
Flashback – Finding Inner Strength
In my post about the 18/40/60 rule, I came to the realization that I had been perceiving my attempts to learn a new skill as making a fool of myself. I thought about that for a good while after writing the post. Turns out, that wasn’t the first time I’d made that realization. It was… Continue reading Flashback – Finding Inner Strength
Too Soon
Last year one of my friends passed away. His name is … was Mike, and we had worked together at SANYO. I knew him for 13 years. While attending his funeral service and brief reception afterwards, I had several people tell me that I had been Mike’s best friend. I wish I had known that… Continue reading Too Soon
Grown Up, Now What? 