A Watchful Sentiment

March 31, 2024 ~ Marty ~ 42 Comments

Source: New Yorker Let's start by agreeing that we all get carried away now and then. Don't try and argue the point with me because otherwise you're just not being honest. We're here today to discuss being transparently truthful, warts and all. Perhaps for some of you it's the three lumps of sugar in your … Continue reading A Watchful Sentiment

Problems Making Decisions? Well, Yes and No

July 22, 2023 ~ Marty ~ 36 Comments

Source: Luci Gutiérrez via The New Yorker "Why am I short of attention?Got a short little span of attentionAnd, whoa, my nights are so long" Paul Simon, "You Can Call Me Al" A sibling of mine once complained about another sibling's "inability" to behave in a certain or specific way. The accused sibling's crime was … Continue reading Problems Making Decisions? Well, Yes and No

A Few Small Repairs

April 11, 2023 ~ Marty ~ 39 Comments

Source: Coach.com Sunny came home with a list of namesShe didn't believe in transcendence'And it's time for a few small repairs', she saidSunny came home with a vengeance "Sunny Came Home" by Shawn Colvin So, there's been a series of mishaps around these parts lately. Crumbled supports, breakages, blockages, etc.. Oh, and things mechanical and … Continue reading A Few Small Repairs

Tenth Anniversary Getaway to Vero Beach

December 9, 2022 ~ Marty ~ 34 Comments

A detailed check of Bride's Magazine, as one does, tells me that aluminum is the appropriate gift choice for a tenth anniversary. I'm not saying that Gorgeous was disappointed with my choice of the above, but it's fair to admit that I didn't win any brownie points for authenticity this time around. The 16th is … Continue reading Tenth Anniversary Getaway to Vero Beach

Anyone Got a Plan B?

May 19, 2022August 20, 2022 ~ Marty ~ 38 Comments

And we all know how that went! (Source: Azquotes.com) Bylaw 1.7(a)(4-3) of this blog's charter states… "A topical post relevant to retirement must be published at least once a year"... So, campers, how's everything going in your tent? Just to be clear, I'm speaking of your billfolds and wallets here. Whichever is holding the wad … Continue reading Anyone Got a Plan B?

Controlled Chaos

May 3, 2022May 3, 2022 ~ Marty ~ 28 Comments

Source: New York Times As I type this, there is a demolition crew ripping out tile from what used to be our kitchen floor. Prior to that they did the same to the cupboards and the countertops. The work started this morning at 8:00am sharp. Men with large claw hammers, chisels, and floor scrapers arrived … Continue reading Controlled Chaos

Dog Days of Summer: Meet The New Boss, Same as the Old Boss

August 22, 2021 ~ Marty ~ 59 Comments

St. Augustine Record; August 15, 2021 So what's left of your summer plans, hmm? Got Stevie Nicks tickets? Oh, wait. Oh, okay fine. Well, there's always the Florida Georgia Line. Oh, wait. Okay, films then. We all need a good 'ol blockbuster to forget our troubles for a couple of hours. How about the new … Continue reading Dog Days of Summer: Meet The New Boss, Same as the Old Boss

Hit The Deck!

May 31, 2021June 1, 2021 ~ Marty ~ 45 Comments

Source: Clipart Lilbrary.com Let's get down to some brass tacks, whaddya say? You know, lower the polite facades we keep and admit to a few social indiscretions. I know, I know. No one likes to be judged. But I promise that you are in a safe place here today. After disclosure, we'll only snicker about … Continue reading Hit The Deck!

Continued Idle Thoughts: Anyone For a Holly Jolly Christmas?!

December 24, 2020December 24, 2020 ~ Marty ~ 44 Comments

Santa, self-isolating somewhere in Florida Who says it isn't a normal Christmas? Why just this morning we watched on the news how airports are again teeming with people, ready to travel back home and infect Mom, Dad, Auntie, and Grandpa. 'Tis better to give than receive after all. Health experts suggest getting a covid test … Continue reading Continued Idle Thoughts: Anyone For a Holly Jolly Christmas?!