Tag Archives: EvDaDaDec

Lil Hoosiers

Posted on December 21, 2013 by joey

I’ve taught them what a windchill factor is. I’ve taught them that stylish leather boots are not snow boots. I’ve taught them that snow gives more traction than ice. But this… This is my proud Mama moment. (See how Sassy … Continue reading →

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All Aboard for an Arbitrary Adventure

Posted on December 20, 2013 by joey

I had a very busy, productive day, during most of which, I was out and about in the world, among other people. A man whooped and hollered from across a parking lot, and when I turned to see what all … Continue reading →

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Know Your Audience

Posted on December 19, 2013 by joey

I’ve got a small suggestion. It’s one I practice myself. KNOW YOUR AUDIENCE. I had a neighbor who was a sincere bigot. Since she complained to me about how the African-American culture “had done took over Febberary.” and how “them … Continue reading →

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Shoulda Shoveled

Posted on December 18, 2013 by joey

The other day…many days ago…I don’t remember when…snow fell. Oh! Oh! Friday! Friday night, impending snow doom.  Mmhm. (I’m tired, you forgive me.) The Mister made the comment that we could shovel on Saturday. I raised my eyebrows. Saturday, the … Continue reading →

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Things I Miss about Georgia

Posted on December 17, 2013 by joey

I’m sure you’re shocked. It’s a short list, but there are things: 1. My friends. Okay, so I only have like, five whole friends living in Georgia, but they’re the best five people in the entire state. 2. Cheerwine. If … Continue reading →

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On Hibernation

Posted on December 16, 2013 by joey

Instead of Every Damn Day in December, maybe they should call it, Oh My Gawd, Will December Never End? All I want to do is sleep. And eat. But mostly sleep. The other night, I baked two lasagnas, and saved … Continue reading →

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Traditions — The Lighting of the Circle

Posted on December 13, 2013 by joey

One of the things I love about Indianapolis is our Soldier’s and Sailor’s Monument, which is located in the center of the city, inside a roundabout.  On the Friday after Thanksgiving, they “light” the tree, which is composed of stringed … Continue reading →

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The War on Laundry

Posted on December 12, 2013 by joey

I’m at war with my laundry. I’ve don’t remember having been at war with laundry before… I used to LIKE doing laundry. It makes the house smell like fabric softener, and the more clean laundry there is, the more choices … Continue reading →

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Tidings

Posted on December 11, 2013 by joey

ti·dings ˈtīdiNGz/ news; information   “Good tidings to you…” I think that part of the song means “Good news, Jesus was born.” But people flip it, and turn it into “Good news, look at all of our happy family business!” … Continue reading →

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EvDaDaDe Fail

Posted on December 11, 2013 by joey

Alright, you caught me. Technically, I am writing this blog at 11:52 on the tenth, but I know it won’t be posted until after midnight. The Mister’s computer monitor went out. We don’t have another compatible monitor, so he’s had … Continue reading →

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