Category Archives: Life Observations

Hmm, WordPress isn’t playing nice with Apple

Posted on July 14, 2014 by Linda Andrews

I had a post all set to go. I added all the keywords, the categories, and scheduled the time it should go live. I walked away from the computer to go and pick up my son, and lo and behold, … Continue reading →

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Things are Looking Up

Posted on July 9, 2014 by Linda Andrews

I know it may be hard to believe, but human beings are predominantly optimistic. I’m not talking PollyAnna optimistic, which isn’t rational but is annoying. I’m saying that our own futures are bright. Even though the divorce rate hovers near … Continue reading →

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Let the Rain Begin

Posted on July 7, 2014 by Linda Andrews

After over 100 days, Phoenix finally received rain. Like when I was growing up, the wall of dust came first. Naturally we were out walking the dog when it finally reached us. Pink skinned and stinging from the blowing dust, … Continue reading →

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Happy Fourth of July!

Posted on July 4, 2014 by Linda Andrews

And a belated Canada Day to those in the Great White North. I’ve seen this a couple of times but Dan sent it to me again, so I’m posting it here. A Worthy July 4th Read by Chauncy Gardener Something … Continue reading →

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Grooving with the ‘Zon

Posted on July 2, 2014 by Linda Andrews

Just to be clear, I don’t make any money by pitching about Amazon Prime. But since I received that little email in my inbox a few weeks ago, I’ve been signing a new tune. Seems, the great ‘Zon has decided … Continue reading →

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Things that have been bothering me

Posted on June 25, 2014 by Linda Andrews

So, I want to get some thoughts out of my head so the top doesn’t blow off my skull. They’re random things in no particular order, or even related, but every once in a while they pop up and interrupt … Continue reading →

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Phoenix Comicon 2014

Posted on June 12, 2014 by Linda Andrews

I spent all weekend at Phoenix Comicon and while tired I have some wonderful memories. These folks had some amazing costumes and imaginations. It was so much fun to hang out with people who understood and appreciated the geek language.

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A Rite Of Spring

Posted on May 28, 2014 by Linda Andrews

Every spring I worry. You see all the saguaros in our neighborhood flower before ours. And as time passes I begin to wonder if it won’t bloom. Thankfully, the flowers arrive. And the bees And a few birds And this … Continue reading →

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Happy Memorial/Remembrance Day in the US

Posted on May 26, 2014 by Linda Andrews

Happy Memorial/Remembrance Day to those in the US.   And now a little bit of reading fun for those who like trivia. Why is the the number 21 significant in the military? http://www.history.army.mil/html/faq/salute.html or if you prefer: http://www.arlingtoncemetery.mil/events/Traditions/GunSalute21.aspx Why does … Continue reading →

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Oh my!

Posted on May 21, 2014 by Linda Andrews

This is what a normal City of Phoenix garbage can looks like: This is what ours looked like after someone banged on our door at 11PM to let us know our garbage can was on fire: We filled out the … Continue reading →

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