The What Grandma Drinks series is about to get serious. We’re talking pipe-wrench serious. Y’all sit down and pay attention. Grandmama wants to tell you a story entitled: Why All Gals Need Tools. I dabble in the DIY pond. Husband is happy to share his tools with me (so many “that’s what she said” jokes), …
OMT! Grown-Ups
The Perimenopause Can Suck It series is one of the most popular on this site. I’d like to believe it’s because we’re all either on the crazy train or about to board. Either way, you can gain useful information within these posts to use when the the doors slam shut and there’s no getting off …
The last time we talked about water, I left you with this advice: DRINK UP! Did you? Let’s expand that theme. What do you consider before deciding what to drink during the course of the day? Is it tasty? Is it convenient? Is it hot or cold? Is it carbonated? Is it fashionable? Is it …
Each year, as Thanksgiving sneaks up on us, I take time to reflect on my blessings. If you’ll indulge me, I’ll do it here this year. ~ My deep gratitude that I was born an American. My family is not descended from the original Americans, but we got here as fast as we could. As …
When I was a kid, neighborhood moms mixed pitcher after pitcher of sweet fruity-flavored Kool-Aid for thirsty growing bodies. As they handed out the paper Dixie cups of our generation’s drink, I was the kid asking for a cup of water instead. The request would be met with surprise, and some good-natured cajoling to try …
Sugar and I go together like cupcakes and brownie chunks, like Big Wheels and Radio Flyer, like pistols and vodka; we’re made for each other! I most like sugar in my morning coffee. So sweet and lovely. Like a wonderful kiss first thing in the day. Yeah – I like sugar. Then, Husband goes and …
This is the fourth and final installation of the Running For Your Life series. The title of this series, Running For Your Life, was intentional. It encompassed being a runner. When you start running, and continue running, it changes your life in a deeper and wider way than you expect. Here are a few …
~Part Three in the series Run For Your Life ~ Show of hands: Who’s ever started a running program?! Show of hands: Who’s still running? It doesn’t have to be all or nothing. The physical, mental and spiritual benefits, the healthier lifestyle and shopping for breezy shorty shorts, are within your reach. It’s just a …
Now that you have pondered the possible physical, mental and spiritual benefits of Running for Your Life (as opposed to actually running for your life: OMG, WILD DINGO!! RUN!!!), let’s get to the essentials of running. Running is one of the easiest sports to begin. Get dressed and get out the door. (consult a doctor …
Hi, I’m Mrs. Tucker and I’m a lifelong runner. Hi, Mrs. Tucker!!! When I say I’m a lifelong runner, what I mean to say is I’ve pounded the pavement for most of my life. My “intentional” running began in elementary school when a track coach thought I might have the speed and talent to help …