Just found out that Gary David Goldberg, the creator of Family Ties, passed away a few days ago. This is very strange timing because I was talking to a friend today about his blog post about the Family Ties theme song. I have few vivid childhood memories to speak of, but one of them... Continue Reading →
These Are a Few of My Favorite Things
I returned to the MSPCA to find kittens galore. I also found degus, one of which who gnawed on my finger. I opened my mailbox today to find a job advertisement for the... Continue Reading →
Fish Heads
I never thought I would see the day that I would eat fish eggs. But strange things happen when you have a birthday list to complete. Over the weekend, a local seafood restaurant was offering a special Icelandic menu during an annual Iceland festival. My friend asked me to go, and when I saw... Continue Reading →
Daughter of the American Revolution
Latest genie discovery: I am a daughter of the American Revolution. My sixth great grandfather (!) fought in the Revolutionary War. Incredible! I can't wait for the next genie surprise... In birthday list news, I am currently read Saul Bellow's Henderson the Rain King. It's on the Modern Library's Top 100 Novels list. And... Continue Reading →
Thanks, Phil
Punxsutawney Phil has predicted an early spring. THANK YOU! I'm giving a shoutout to my mom, as this is one of her favorite holidays. She's been to Punxsutawney, PA, a few times, so has acquired a plethora of Phil merchandise. Pins, hats, magnets, you... Continue Reading →
