Monthly Archives: November 2011

Hide the Sporks & Telephone Poles

You learn things about yourself when you’re house is submerged in sewer water and becomes inhabitable: No matter how much I adore them, five days of family and perpetual noise make SisterMerryHellish something, something… If I tell someone it’s going … Continue reading

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Pay Attention To Me!!!

Every year, without fail, someone in my family steals a present idea from me. Or two. Usually, we’ll be comparing notes about who is getting what for who so there’s no duplication.  At some point I’ll get everyone’s attention, announce that I’m … Continue reading

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Fragmented Weekend

Grab the essentials and the dogs from the vet Drive across town Forget dog beds Damn it Pillows and blankets on the floor Goodnight family CRASH Leftover rum cake breakfast Falafel, chicken kabobs, Mom and Goldenboy Overpriced “recycled” flea market … Continue reading

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So What’s The …Yo Hice Eso?

I’ve been… I don’t even … I just… Well, this: And that: And the other: I’ve got “It’s a Wonderful Day for Pie” stuck in my head. The plumbing is temporarily fixed, the dogs and cat are staying at the … Continue reading

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Words I’ve NEVER Said Before – I’d Rather Be At Work!

Work last week was like being covered in honey and stuck in an angry ant hill…while on fire. UBER-STRESS! But, I persevered and made it to 5 o’clock.  Surprisingly without being stinking drunk or covered in blood.  I considered it a … Continue reading

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