Category Archives: Eccentrically Eclectic

Open Letter to AT&T from a Customer who Died…

Posted on February 2, 2014 by grandawn

(After receiving the communications from AT&T referenced below, I decided to post an open letter to AT&T as if it were from my mother who died in December, 2013. Everything in this post really happened, except for my mom writing … Continue reading →

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My Daughters Know Their Mother

Posted on November 13, 2012 by grandawn

I started a new job on Monday. Soon after I arrived at work, some beautiful flowers were delivered from 1st Daughter who lives in another town. Just a few minutes after that, 2nd Daughter and 2nd Grandson appeared at my … Continue reading →

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I Voted!

Posted on November 6, 2012 by grandawn

Today, I did something that I hope all Americans of voting age did–I voted in the Presidential Election. I don’t discuss politics. I don’t figure I’m going to change anyone’s mind about what they believe regarding the candidates and the … Continue reading →

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I Hate the Cold!

Posted on October 6, 2012 by grandawn

In my head, I know the cold season is important – let’s things ‘rest,’ kills the bugs, etc. But my body does not like it one little bit! I guess it’s time to put up my trusty door hangar. Do … Continue reading →

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Maybe I Could Make How-To Videos

Posted on August 22, 2012 by grandawn

Since I’m still looking for a job, I’m trying to think of jobs that I could make up for myself. Maybe I could make How-To Videos. Here’s one that’s on youtube.com. What do you think? Poor Ima!  🙂

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Accidental Water Portrait

Posted on August 21, 2012 by grandawn

Portraits appear in many different types of artistic media. But have you ever seen a portrait done in water on concrete? I didn’t think so. Here’s an accidental portrait that appeared when water was splashed on the sidewalk. This guy … Continue reading →

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Awesome Chinese Fortune Cookie

Posted on July 11, 2012 by grandawn

While my air conditioner was on the blink, I spent nights at the home of 2nd daughter and son-in-law. One night they ordered Chinese food. It was delicious, and the fortune cookie I opened was awesome – I think. This … Continue reading →

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The Uncensored Truth about Mary’s Little Lamb

Posted on July 9, 2012 by grandawn

Last week I had to write a very short essay to accompany a job application. I chose to answer the following question: If Mary did not have a little lamb, what type of animal would belong to Mary? Explain your … Continue reading →

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U.S. Independence Day Celebrated on British Guy Fawkes Day

Posted on July 4, 2012 by grandawn

On November 5th each year, people in Britain celebrate Guy Fawkes Day with fireworks and other activities. Guy Fawkes was a British subject who was found guilty of treason in 1605 when he was discovered in the basement of the … Continue reading →

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The Problem with Tags

Posted on July 3, 2012 by grandawn

The good thing about tags on interactive websites:  the tags help readers find you. The problem with tags on interactive websites:  the tags help advertisers find you. Although, I’m not sure what tags would have prompted some of the advertisers. … Continue reading →

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