“Are you okay with Dr. Smith?” the friendly nurse inquired as we sat in her tiny office, reviewing the pre-procedure instructions. “Do I have a choice?” I responded, perplexed. “The reason I ask is that if the doctor performing your colonoscopy is your neighbor, you probably don’t want him doing it,” she replied as if … Continue reading Colonoscopy prep: A rite of passage
Want my opinion?All you have to do is ask. I have an opinion about anything you can think of. Sports? Slam dunk. Movies? You can’t handle the truth. Politics? Bigly. However, if you’re a business I patronize, offer me something good in exchange for my opinion - such as a chance to win a gift … Continue reading Survey says: no gift card
As we embark upon March Madness, I’ve been reflecting on the lackluster Iowa Hawkeye’s 2024/25 athletic season. Namely, women’s basketball, men’s basketball, and football. It’s been rough, Hawk fans. It’s been rough. Ladies first. I’m not over losing Caitlin. Any-time I see highlights showcasing #22 draining deep threes to win games or break records, I … Continue reading Isn’t it great to be a Hawkeye?
It’s that time of year again. I’m not talking about warmer weather, buds on the trees, green grass, or even the blooming daffodils. No, I’m talking about the end of the college basketball season. When the thrills and chills of logo threes, buzzer beaters, and passes that defy physics give way to me, mindlessly scrolling … Continue reading Thank you, Caitlin Clark for saving me from pillow fighting
As I cautiously approached, the mysterious creature stirred. Looking up at me were desperate and frightened amber kitten eyes. “Oh my gosh, it’s a Tortie kitten!” I squealed, looming over her like a raving behemoth. A skinny, 22 ounce Pepper, soon after I found her. Not as willing to be caught as I was to … Continue reading Prayed for a Pete and Got a Pepper Part 2
Dogs are the best; God’s gift to humankind. Cats? They’re too independent and unpredictable. One second, it’s a purring extravaganza, the next you’re lunch. With dogs, they always love you no matter how much of an idiot you are. Cats ignore, dismiss, and spurn. Dogs aim to please. Cats care about pleasing you as much … Continue reading Prayed for a Pete and got a Pepper Part I
I’ve invented a new victory dance move. It’s called the “Splash” and pretty soon, everyone will be doing it – professional and college athletes alike will be “Splashing” all over your giant TV. Want to know how to do it? I will tell you, but first there’s a backstory. Remember the “Dab”? It was made … Continue reading Attention Wikipedia: This is the origin of the ‘Splash’
“You can map your life through your favorite movies, and no twopeople’s maps will be the same.” – Mary Schmich Several movies blew my mind when I was ten-years-old and like many parents, I wanted to share them with my children, hoping they too would be in awe. Unfortunately however, this generation has much higher … Continue reading Spare yourself Gen Z judgment
What do you do when you can’t agree with your husband about what would make for an enjoyable vacation and haven’t taken a trip anywhere since you were married 25 years ago? Take up golf of course. “Where do you want to go for a vacation?” I ask. “I don’t know, nowhere hot. I don’t … Continue reading Just accept you’re terrible, it’s more fun
“Beware the end of March Madness.” - Anonymous I’m so bummed out. Soon the thrilling moments of college basketball’s buzzer beaters, deep threes, the and-ones, clutch free throws, and the deafening roar of the crowd will be over. And with it the end of my TV collegiate sports watching season. I will be without my … Continue reading March Madness brings April angst
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