I was using the public restroom at my local Target a few years ago and was hovering—holding my winter coat up so it didn’t get wet in the toilet water, all while trying to keep my purse from touching the floor—when I felt a fart coming on. But I was in public and didn’t want… Continue reading What No One Tells You About Getting Older
On July 21st, I will be attending my 30-year high school reunion at my rural Ohio high school. It will be full of fun things like seeing old teachers, visiting old schools, seeing old classmates. Lots of old stuff to make me feel less old or conversely, even older. Let's just say it's gonna be… Continue reading Things I Didn’t Do Before My 30-Year High School Reunion
In 2014 I wrote about What I Google because if I hadn't proven that some bloggers write about absolutely nothing, no one had. Hey, I'd turn it into a series if I could. Send me what you look up on Google, and maybe I will. Here are some of the things I've googled recently. What's… Continue reading That’s a Good Google
First published November 20th, 2017 For the past ten years I've been going through perimenopause. Just kidding, it's only been two years. It just feels like ten years. Because the symptoms of perimenopause are SUCKING MY SOUL RIGHT OUT OF MY BODY. There are 34 symptoms of menopause, according to the website 34 Menopause Symptoms… Continue reading Did You Know There Are 34 Menopause Symptoms?
I'm afraid I'm nearing the end of this blog. Perhaps it is God gently telling me that it is time, Kari. Not THAT time! Time to stop blogging! I sat at my computer for 10 minutes trying to think of a title for this blog post, and that's the best I could come up with. Sure,… Continue reading Titles Don’t Come Easy, You Know
Last winter, I had a tough go of it. In fairness to myself, when I was not in pain, I was making flavorless Rice Krispie treats. So really, I was not giving myself a head start. There were some high points, though. I had a cozy green chair I could not get out of, and… Continue reading How I’m Making Winter My Bitch
A Grace Full Life 