What the ocean was like. What the ocean felt like to me. I learned a big lesson on my recent vacation – the ocean is no place for a fat old lady’s ass. The waves were a little stronger than usual, but I waded out anyhow. I was fine until one extra fierce wave hit…
The first time I got drunk was at a party my sister invited me to. I was not underage (drinking age in Michigan was 18), but I had never been drunk. I decided that I wanted (nay, needed) to get drunk because I had played Vera Charles in Mame, and was about to do so…
The people I admire most in my personal world are those who are truly and graciously giving of themselves. I wish I had that kind of big heart, but I must admit I don’t. Yes, I can be kind and thoughtful, but there is a limit. I am protective of myself, my time and…
So today is my dear husband’s birthday. He said something about it yesterday, which reminded me, and always being the first to point out my own d’oh – I admitted I had totally forgotten and what would he like for his birthday that could be arranged/obtained in less than 24 hours. Mind you, I did…
(I know, I was fucking adorable) I don’t really know why, but Easter has always been my favorite holiday. Maybe growing up in Michigan , I saw it as a harbinger of spring and the end of the (very long) winter. Easter meant getting a whole new outfit – new dress, new shoes, new coat…
I loved my mother, and I still miss her years after her passing. That does not, however, mean that my mom was perfect. My mom was a person. A real person, with virtues and flaws. One thing. My mom was not a good cook. In fact, she was mostly a lousy cook. She did excel…
My niece Marci has had her baby and it’s a girl! Yippee. Welcome Lenora Ann! Marci was one of those people who didn’t know the gender of her baby before it popped out. Personally, I WANT TO KNOW NOW!!!! Always. Otherwise, the kid is going to spend the first few months in yellow and green. …
Thoughts from a Fat Old Lady 