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It’s the Number 1 Fact of Life

Posted on February 13, 2020February 13, 2020

A year or two ago, Spenser and I had to take a trip to the Emergency Room at the hospital where I worked. There was a sign at the desk which indicated, “ED,” with an arrow pointing in the appropriate direction. Spenser looked at the sign and said in a quietly (sarcastic) tone, “Oh, that’s […]

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Words, Words, Words Are Important (a throwback post, but still appropriate)

Posted on June 9, 2012September 3, 2019

Anyone who had the pleasure of spending 6th grade English class in the presence of Sister Lois would instantly recognize the name of this post as being one of her famous quotes; I’m not exactly sure why she would admonish us with this little ditty, but she said it, a LOT.  She was a rather strict […]

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The Decline of the English Language (another throwback, also still relevant)

Posted on May 18, 2012September 3, 2019

Now that you have been introduced to some of my prudish and old fashioned ideals, I figured it would be a good time to share the fact that I am a bit of an English snob.  I’m referring to the English language, not the country; though, England is very lovely. Back when I was trying […]

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