Monthly Archives: February 2008

Seven and a Half

Posted on February 29, 2008 by Monkling

My 15 minutes of fame have to be divided up into 2 separate incidents. Technically it was the first one that got me the attention. The second, luckily, went pretty much unnoticed. A bit over 3 years ago, I wrote … Continue reading →

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Bad Karma

Posted on February 28, 2008 by Monkling

I am now on the sh!+ list of every disabled person in the tri-state area. It wasn’t my fault, though. Really. Frank & I went away for a couple of days because who can turn down an offer for a … Continue reading →

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15 Minutes

Posted on February 26, 2008 by Monkling

Apparently it’s true – everyone does get 15 minutes of fame. Unfortunately I don’t have time today to go into the story. So why bother with this title? Because it’s a reminder for myself of what I have to write … Continue reading →

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Allelluia!

Posted on February 25, 2008 by Monkling

I know with it being Lent & all, you’re not supposed to use “Allelluia” but my sister said today is a special occasion, sort of like a feast day or something so it’s allowed. Janet is finally home! I’m pretty … Continue reading →

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Coffee Anyone?

Posted on February 24, 2008 by Monkling

I was unable to post until now because I’ve been very busy today. You see – my coffee brewer died. It was an ugly death. There were gasping sounds. There was steam attempting to burn me. Having newly honed skills … Continue reading →

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My Little World Traveler

Posted on February 23, 2008 by Monkling

Both of my kids have spring break coming up in March. Neither of them has the same time period off. I believe this was a plot cooked up by both universities for the sole purpose of making sure I need … Continue reading →

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London Bridge

Posted on February 22, 2008 by Monkling

It’s falling down. Actually it fell. See this? This is not supposed to be on the desk. It is supposed to be in my mouth. It’s not enough that I had to have a failed implant removed and get a … Continue reading →

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Supermarket Follies

Posted on February 21, 2008 by Monkling

I will admit it was my own fault. I know better. A person does not go to the supermarket at 6 p.m. on a weekday and expect it to be anything but chaotic. It seems everyone around here does not … Continue reading →

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Kidnapped

Posted on February 20, 2008 by Monkling

My son is being kidnapped and taken over 4,000 miles away from me. Well he hasn’t been kidnapped yet. Not until July. And since he’s going to be 23 in June, I suppose he doesn’t really count as a kid. … Continue reading →

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Wedding Gifts, Part 2

Posted on February 19, 2008 by Monkling

Here are some more things you can buy that special couple: Homer Bubble Bath You won’t need candles to have a romantic bath with Homer Simpson’s bubble bath. The lime green bubbles will cast a soft radioactive-like glow. Elvis Wall … Continue reading →

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