Category Archives: Miscellany

It’s a whole gorgeous new year and the fact that you got from this time last year to now is a testament to your awesomeness.  I inadvertently got things off on a good note – popped into Starbucks and they … Continue reading →

And if you’re feeling a bit “Oof, that felt like a lot” – you’re not wrong. Covid, wars, climate collapse, the continued rise of fascism in the US and elsewhere, billionaires being twats, the hot mess that is generative AI, … Continue reading →

And a 3 day weekend to boot! Had a good sleep in, got my errands done, and I am not leaving the house again today. Was gonna run the car through the wash, but it escaped my mind while I was out, … Continue reading →

First, a huge shoutout to everyone working today. Hospitals and firefighters – thank you for being there and I hope no one needs your services. Starbucks – thanks for providing caffeine so I don’t set my kitchen on fire and need the … Continue reading →

And believe me when I say it is a very gleeful, jolly and downright festive Fuck It! And I am certain there is *something* I have either forgotten to buy, or have bought and put somewhere so safe I cannot … Continue reading →

And we can thank my clothes dryer for this. You see, I thought the “sacrifice” (OK, happy eating) of steak, shrimp and potatoes would be enough to convince the old gods to bring the sun back, but my dryer felt that … Continue reading →

It’s a cold and dark world out there, but things are going to get lighter. Out running errands earlier and came across some kids running a hot chocolate stand. Yes, I did pay an exorbitant amount of money for a cup … Continue reading →

Yes, I have already reached the point in my winter PTO that I have to check my watch or computer for the day of the week. If you needed to know – it is Tuesday the 19th. I got all the … Continue reading →