Author Archives: thathobbitlady

It’s been so long since I’ve posted here that I’m almost surprised LJ hasn’t shut down my account. But here I am, and I’ll tell you why: lately I feel like life is just passing by way too fast! I … Continue reading →

I know the first official day of Autumn was about a week ago, but I’m recording it here and now that TODAY was the first REAL day of Autumn. We’ve had a lot of rain lately, but that’s all cleared … Continue reading →

This morning I was not yet awake three hours when I stumbled upon three situations which struck me as being ironic. 1. As Russ and I talked over our shopping list, I mentioned that I needed bread, but wasn’t sure … Continue reading →

My mother-in-law Marianne told me that hummingbirds will come into your yard if you leave them the right kind of food. I don’t believe I have ever seen a real live hummingbird, so I was intrigued by the possibility of … Continue reading →

One of my life’s chief joys is finding “new music.” And I’ve found some good stuff lately. Which brings up today’s topic: gaspers. Several years ago I discovered the band Better Than Ezra, and of course they still remain on … Continue reading →

I feel like it’s been a long time since I’ve been here. Just been too busy and stressed at work to want to do too much of anything when I get home, but think I’m starting to get a grip … Continue reading →

It would be very difficult to live in Tuscaloosa and not be aware of how strongly college football influences everything about this town. Even if you weren’t a fan of the Crimson Tide, you would at least have to admit … Continue reading →

Well, here are just a few words about Mary’s recent visit: We ate out. We shopped. We watched some good TV. We ate out. We shopped. We went to the movies. (Night at the Museum…very funny!) We ate out. We … Continue reading →

Mary has just been here for a four day visit, which was quite enjoyable. I’ll write about it later, right now I’m just a bit worn out from all the eating out and staying up late! But I did want … Continue reading →

I have decided never to get old. I think the mere act of making that decision means the battle is half won. I think if you’re not aware and committed to this goal, “oldness” can creep up on you, and … Continue reading →