A few days ago, during yet another frustrating computer malfunction, I called Dell’s “Award-Winning Service Department” and got Akbar in Sri Lanka, eager to try out his new online diploma in English-as-a-9th-language. He announced that before we could proceed with my questions, he needed to access my account. We spent the next 20 minutes trying […]
It’s Swimsuit Season. Pass the Milk Duds
Enjoying the warmer temperatures and anticipating upcoming spring weather, I took a look at my all-black closet and decided to go do some spring shopping for a little color. My plans took a slight shift when Kenny announced he’d like to join me, but then I envisioned a few new purchases, with a stop for […]
Next Time, I’m Buying My Wine In a Box
Had a fabulous weekend with good friends, with lots of food, laughter, and of course, yummy wines. I got up this morning, and our normally fat and full wine rack looked positively forlorn. Kenny and I received a totally cool housewarming gift several years ago, in the shape of a 6′ tall, wrought iron wine […]
From Now On, He Gets Folgers
Off to Safeway for Kenny’s favorite dark-roast, freshly ground, 3-bean, hazelnut-flavored Hawaiian coffee. (Coffee shopping is a MISSION at our house.) Step 1: Grab 1 lb. bag and carefully portion out a little of this bean, a little of that bean, and just a smidge on top of THAT bean, until I get just the […]
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