One Gal's Musings

These are the thoughts and observations of me — a woman of a certain age. (Oh, my, God, I'm 65!) I'm single. I'm successful enough (independent, self supporting). I live just outside Chicago, the best city in the world. I'm an aunt and a friend. I feel that voices like mine are rather underrepresented online or in print. So here I am. If my musings resonate with you, please visit my blog again sometime.

Friday, December 05, 2025

What a difference a day makes!

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"I love your earrings." That's one of the first things Caroline said to me at work yesterday. I admit it frightened me. After...
Wednesday, December 03, 2025

Thursday Thirteen #441

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As seen on TV.   I watch more broadcast TV than anyone I know. It's my companion. TV is now the "white noise" that dee jays on...
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She Hates Me

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Not so sweet Caroline. She's been at the card shop for four months now. Every time I see that I'm scheduled to work with her, I fee...
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Saturday, November 29, 2025

Sunday Stealing

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F.A.B. F.  Film: What movie or tv show are you watching?   I am about to watch The Thin Man for my movie group. I love that movie. A. Audio:...
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Saturday 9

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Saturday 9: Thank You Girl (1964) Unfamiliar with this week's tune? Hear it here . 1) Who were you talking to the last time you said, ...
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Thursday, November 27, 2025

Paul Got Back

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Sir Paul came to Chicago for my birthday. It was a magic night and I'm so glad it happened, and that it happened at the United Center. ...
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Wednesday, November 26, 2025

Thursday Thirteen #440

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After the feast .  I never cook, and once again for Thanksgiving this year I will be taking advantage of the prix fixe menu at a local e...
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Tuesday, November 25, 2025

WWW.WEDNESDAY

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WWW. WEDNESDAY asks three questions to prompt you to speak bookishly. To participate, and to see how other book lovers responde...
Monday, November 24, 2025

Happy Birthday to Me, Parts 4 & 5

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The Main Event.  My friend Joanna really came through on my actual birthday, and I am so grateful. I admit that my birthday has been a day t...
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Saturday, November 22, 2025

Sunday Stealing

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Revisiting Steph 1) Has anyone ever told you "I love you" but you didn't say it back? No. I always say it back. Even if I don...
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Friday, November 21, 2025

Saturday 9

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Saturday 9: The Lady in Red (1986) Unfamiliar with this week's tune? Hear it here .   1) Is red a color you often wear? No. I was a...
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Thursday, November 20, 2025

Happy Birthday to Me, Part #3

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More gifts came in the mail! First was the lemon-scented Yankee Candle. I suspect that was from my Cousin Rose, but there was no note so I...
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Religion and legislation

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A young (20something) man in my movie group is a devout Jew. In addition to movies, we both follow baseball* and politics. He has educated m...
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Wednesday, November 19, 2025

Thursday Thirteen #439

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    Thanksgiving pantry items . T he big grocery store in my community is encouraging us all to shop now and make sure we have the pantry st...
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A welcome addition

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I like having a medical team , a group of pros who I like and trust and, just as importantly, are willing to communicate and coordinate wi...
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Tuesday, November 18, 2025

WWW.WEDNESDAY

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  WWW. WEDNESDAY asks three questions to prompt you to speak bookishly. To participate, and to see how other book lovers res...
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