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The Pentagon spent an average of $2 million a year on “toiletry paper products” between 2000 and 2010.  But that figure jumped to $130 million in 2012. What gives? Well, of that $130 million, roughly $58 million was spent on … Continue reading →

Ice skating.  Sunshine.  Peppermint mocha in a “festive cup” as Gracelyn says.  And then a gorgeous sunset of pink and orange against the baby blue sky, followed by a big, bright moon hanging over Steamboat’s ski runs.  Gracelyn was sure … Continue reading →

From a site called Forward Progressives (yes, I know, imagine that).http://www.forwardprogressives.com/10-questions-every-liberal-should-ask-every-republican/ Ten questions to ask a Republican 1) If Republicans are so fiscally responsible, why was President Eisenhower (in the 1950′s) the last Republican president to balance the budget?  2) If … Continue reading →

Grace. But for the grace of God go I. Amazing Grace. The inspiration for my daughter’s name. Or this: “Grace doesn’t depend on suffering to exist, but where there is suffering you will find grace in many facets and colors.” From … Continue reading →

I shouldn’t do this, I know.  I shouldn’t immediately write something because the words might be harsh, so quickly tumbling out of my brain and onto the page. But I can’t stop them.  Only because I am so painfully aware … Continue reading →

I’m a bit late with this, but the thoughts have been circulating in the old cranium, so I figured I better get them out so I can be prepared for the next onslaught of “current events.” Do you remember doing that … Continue reading →

My cup runneth over tonight and I drink from the saucer….of love, of joy, of the miracles and blessings in my life. I heard that from a speaker many years ago and I did not understand what exactly she meant.  … Continue reading →

I first encountered this magnificent piece of prose 13 years ago and to this day, it sings to my soul. The “Desiderata”   by Max Ehrmann Go placidly amid the noise and haste, and remember what peace there may be in silence.  As … Continue reading →

Our history lesson was redirected yesterday to instead read about Mr. Nelson Mandela, his extraordinary life, his journey, his courage, his triumphs.  I regret it occurred in relation to the announcement of his death, but sadly, life is not meant … Continue reading →

This just in: The Princessa of all Princessas has just issued a new Royal Edict stating that henceforth, forevermore, from now until eternity, the proper terms shall be used for bodily eliminations.  Meaning, in plain and most definitely not the … Continue reading →