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.

Saturday, December 13, 2025

Sunday Stealing

Catherine's Questions 1) What one word describes your personality? Complicated . 2) What's the best way to get on your good side? ...

Friday, December 12, 2025

Saturday 9

Saturday 9: First Christmas (2024) Unfamiliar with this week's tune? Hear it here . 1) The song mentions snowmen and snow on a windo...

I think I want a divorce

Monday will be my last workday of 2025. I have very mixed feelings about this. Months ago, I put in for vacation from 12/22 to 12/29 becaus...

I like the beard

Yesterday I had another dual crown lengthening.* The oral surgeon and I have been down this route at least twice before. This was our smooth...

Wednesday, December 10, 2025

Thursday Thirteen #442

My mom would approve of this TT . She took our holiday cards very seriously. I was taught that you never, ever, just sign your name t...

Tuesday, December 09, 2025

WWW.WEDNESDAY

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

Use it. That's what it's there for.

I keep my money in different "funds," all within my savings account. Every month I earmark money for the dentist, for insurance, f...

Saturday, December 06, 2025

Sunday Stealing

Stolen from Tom 1) What was the scariest thing in the world to you when you were a kid? Does it still scare you now? When I was really littl...

Friday, December 05, 2025

Saturday 9

Saturday 9: Ja-Da (1918) Unfamiliar with this week's tune? Hear it here . 1) The lyrics tell us the melody is soothing. What calms...

What a difference a day makes!

"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

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...

She Hates Me

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...

Saturday, November 29, 2025

Sunday Stealing

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:...

Saturday 9

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, ...

Thursday, November 27, 2025

Paul Got Back

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. ...

Wednesday, November 26, 2025

Thursday Thirteen #440

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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The Gal Herself: Quote from Edward Gorey: Books. Cats. Life Is Good. (That really sums me up pretty neatly.)

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