Special Events
2024 Election Prep
Months ago, a friend had recommended a tequila brand to me. I figured the impending presidential race, along with all the other elections that were advertised ad nauseum on many different outlets, warranted trying that suggestion. I told people whether it was for celebration or consolation, I’d have it on the ready. I bought a … Continue reading
At Least I Bought Stamps
Early voting in NC occurred on the third Thursday prior to election day. I took that day off, just to show how serious I was. I’d planned to stop by the post office to pick up stamps and then park at the rec center, which was just next door, to vote. As I pulled up … Continue reading
Chasing after the Moon
For a second time in a row, I attended the only local film festival in town. Unlike last year, there wasn’t another cool event competing during the same weekend; so I was better able to immerse myself into the world of independent film and the creatives who dedicated themselves into the art of filmmaking. The … Continue reading
Deck of Cards Plus Jokers Birthday
I was blessed with another year around the sun. Similar to my other birthday celebrations, I planned what to buy for myself and how to spend time with others. I actually got started last month when I discovered that I’d left one of my bathing suits at the gym and the other one was so … Continue reading
Newly Minted Deacon
For months, my sister took deacon classes on Saturdays. She read more for that class than I’d seen her do in years. Finally, the moment arrived for the ordination ceremony. I’d never been to this church before, but I spent more time than I’d expected to spend. Mom rushed us out of the house 90 … Continue reading
70 Years of Fabulous
My ever-youthful aunt turns 70 at the end of July, which was why her surprise birthday party took place at the beginning of July. She thought she was going to a fundraiser. Instead, we raised the roof. The evening’s lineup was deceptively simple, but like all surprises, involved months of planning and stress from keeping … Continue reading
2024 Strange Family Reunion and Juneteenth
For our 83rd reunion, the Strange family incorporated Juneteenth, AKA “Emancipation Day,” decor and history as part of our agenda. Conveniently enough, our reunion fell on the weekend following the United States’ newest federal holiday. Our reunion spanned Friday through Sunday, starting with Fish Fry Friday. For most of us, it was the first time … Continue reading
Memorial Day Weekend in the Club
In typical Virgo mode, I researched proper adult entertainment club etiquette. The most amusing comments/advice were convincing men that a dancer’s attention was on getting paid, not finding a man. On the other hand, all I wanted to know was a ballpark figure for the least amount of cash I needed on hand. I settled … Continue reading
One Beautiful Day
The electricity cut off on a beautiful Friday about a half hour before lunch. When Mom left the house to run errands, she called, telling me that she’d just passed by three utility trucks. At that point, I knew the electricity wouldn’t return for a while. I’d moved from my home office to a recliner … Continue reading
Celebrations Big & Small
I get a monthly mani-pedi, usually on a Sunday. Not merely for aesthetics, but also for some pampering, which is never a waste of time nor money. For the first time, at least at this salon, I asked for a glass of red wine. I saw the chill on the wine before she handed the … Continue reading