This just in…it’s a penis

My mother is going to flip when she reads the word “penis” in the subject line. Let’s just get that out in the open now. Thanks so much to those of you who commented on my balloon sword post. As pointed out by my loving father and all of my lovely, truthful IHGB readers, I’ve been making penis swords for all the children of the world. Because I am a

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It’s a sword

One of my goals in 2011 was to learn an artistic craft. Instead of monogramming, knitting or decoupage like the numerous talented women in my life, I chose balloon art. I’m working hard on twisting various colorful animals, but I have mastered the flower, hat and sword. In fact, I’m going to see if I can work my first gig at my church’s fall festival. I practiced my mad skills

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It’s all relative

A rough weekend coupled with a rough yesterday morning equals a reflective night. Sometimes I’m overwhelmed by the feedback I receive on this silly little website I started eight years ago. I read your witty comments, your heartfelt emails and charming Facebook messages and find myself humbled by the assurance of complete strangers. “We read and write because we are members of the human race. And the human race is

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Bachelorette Ashley Recap: Episode 8

I’m sorry to report that the recap may not be up today.  Something personal has come up this morning.  I did write my AOL top five post last night.  Please feel free to read it HERE. I’ll do my best to post as soon as I can.  Thank you so much for reading my silly website.  I appreciate it more than you know. L