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.

Sunday, June 08, 2014

Sunday Stealing

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90, part 1 1. What was the highlight of your week? Time spent with my nephew. First his 8th grade graduation (Tuesday), then our trips to...
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Arrived with Rey, left with Joey

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This morning at church we had a flower exchange. We each bring a flower and place it in one of the vases before we enter the sanctuary. Th...
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I have returned

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Two weeks ago I saw Million Dollar Arm . This weekend it was Chef . While I liked both movies, I was reminded how much I enjoy going to th...
Saturday, June 07, 2014

Saturday 9

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Saturday 9: Walk This Way (recommended by In the Company of Me ) 1) This song is about a young man who takes advantage of his ...
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A Tale of Two Connie's

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When TV audiences first met Constance MacKenzie back in 1964, we knew her as the beloved owner of the only bookstore in Peyton Place . Con...
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Friday, June 06, 2014

A Summer Celebration

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To observe the 100th anniversary of Wrigley Field, dozens of pairs of stadium chairs have been decorated and are on display up and down Mi...
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How to describe Buyer and Cellar?

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My friend Barb and I went to see this wonderful little one-man show last Wednesday and I was enchanted. It's funny and sad. It's abo...
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When perfect doesn't matter

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The meeting I was so worried about Monday morning? I aced it. The client literally said, "This is perfect." My boss wasn't ...
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Wednesday, June 04, 2014

I think I'll call her Connie

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I met a shelter cat yesterday. Currently her name is Koala Bear. She's mostly gray with a touch of white. About 3 (or was it 2?) years...
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His grandma's watch

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My nephew graduated from 8th grade yesterday. He was in the top 10% of his class, National Honor Society and got a commendation from Barack ...
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Monday, June 02, 2014

Not eager to go in this morning

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I should be headed to the office for pre-meeting prep before our 10:00. And yet I'm posting. Because I'm not excited about going t...
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Sunday, June 01, 2014

Sunday Stealing

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Hey Nineteen 1)Where would you retire to?  Right here. I don't foresee myself moving. 2)What are your best...
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Saturday, May 31, 2014

Saturday 9

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"Meet the Flintstones" (The Flintstones Theme)   1) The song promises that, "When you're with the Flintstones, you...
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Wednesday, May 28, 2014

"This bird has flown"

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The entire front of the building I live in is glass. Four stories of windows facing the street. Vines crawl up and poke through the caulk be...
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WWW.WEDNESDAY

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PLEASE NOTE: This is This Gal's 5,555th Musing ! To play along, just answer the following three questions ......
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Monday, May 26, 2014

Facing forward

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Reynaldo is behaving a bit differently these days. He hasn't curled up on his kitty condo once since Charlotte died. Instead he's ...
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Cubs Win! Cubs Win!

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Going into today's game, Jeff (The Shark) Samardzija had the lowest ERA in the  major leagues, an amazing 2.0. Even more amazing, he h...
Sunday, May 25, 2014

Two servings of Hamm

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This afternoon I saw Million Dollar Arm , the Disney movie starring Jon Hamm. It was pretty predictable -- Jerry Maguire Goes to India ...
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Left me feeling confused

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I am, of course, a dedicated and lifelong Beatle fan. As a discerning Beatlemaniac, I long ago came to the conclusion that the group was rea...
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Sunday Stealing

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Random XV 1. How old is the oldest pair of shoes in your closet? I don't keep my shoes in my closet. They're supposed to be in a ...
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That was nice

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I spent my Saturday taking myself out to lunch, where I had a drink, and getting a salon  pedicure ("Optimistic" by Revlon). I ...
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Saturday, May 24, 2014

Saturday 9

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The Star Spangled Banner 1) Are you a veteran? Are there veterans in your family? (We are grateful and want to hear about it.) My dad was...
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So that's what it's for!

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I'm not really a fan of Facebook. Oh, I spend a lot of time on it. But usually I'm snooping on people (a former and very annoying...
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Thursday, May 22, 2014

My girl is gone

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I left work today at 1:30, rushing through The Big Meeting and not much caring* because I just knew Charlotte needed an IV at the vet....
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Wednesday, May 21, 2014

What's Up, Girl?

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My poor Charlotte was not that enthusiastic about breakfast this morning, even though I augmented it with her beloved Gerber baby food. She ...
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And they say crime doesn't pay!

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My blow dryer died Tuesday morning. At first I was pissed, and then I remembered that I've had it since George HW Bush was in office. ...
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Monday, May 19, 2014

I wish I'd been there!

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Yesterday the Cubs beat the Brewers on a lovely, sunny spring Sunday within the Friendly Confines of Wrigley Field. I had a completely won...
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