Tag Archives: Oklahoma

Before Taking a Shower, Remove the Cat Carriers

Posted on April 16, 2012 by grandawn

I know the title sounds a little strange, but it really is relevant – especially in the crazy land of tornado alley. So – here’s my advice for today. Before you take a shower, remove the cat carriers from the tub. It will make your life a whole lot easier.
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Is There Truth in Horoscopes?

Posted on April 15, 2012 by grandawn

Effective March 30, 2012, I was hit by the tornado/earthquake/hurricane/tsunami of company-wide layoffs. Have you found truth in your horoscope? Continue reading →

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The Sun’ll Come Out Tomorrow

Posted on February 9, 2011 by grandawn

I’m just wondering when “tomorrow” will be. Punxsutawney Phil came out of his burrow on February 2nd and did not see his shadow. According to folklore, that means we’ll have an early spring. Continue reading →

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It’s Snowing Again!

Posted on February 4, 2011 by grandawn

Okay – now I’m really getting tired of winter!  No, really!!! When the last storm ended, my front yard looked like this. Then I shoveled and shoveled – and managed to clear the porch in front of the front door, … Continue reading →

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I Love Winter . . .

Posted on February 3, 2011 by grandawn

I like being able to wear a sweater and boots and other winter paraphernalia.  I like the beauty, the soothing sound, and the warmth of a crackling fireplace.  Even though chili can, technically, be eaten at any time of the … Continue reading →

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Windy Snow – Poem

Posted on February 1, 2011 by grandawn

It’s colder than heck –
Below 10 degrees.
Try breathing outside – you’ll just drop to your knees. Continue reading →

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April – Worst & Best

Posted on April 30, 2010 by grandawn

The month of April has some real negatives associated with it for me. . . So, it’s hard for me to look forward to April. Continue reading →

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Remembering the Oklahoma City Bombing

Posted on April 20, 2010 by grandawn

Yesterday was the 15th anniversary of the bombing of the Alfred P. Murrah Federal Building in Oklahoma City. I remember standing in my classroom several miles north of the building – hearing a muffled boom and feeling just a slight … Continue reading →

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