Author Archives: pamperme

The stuff nightmares are made of.

It wasn’t until the last couple years that I started seeking out non-fiction books. I used to avoid them because I wasn’t sure I wanted to read about all the disgusting truths out there. Now I understand you can read … Continue reading

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I’m baaaaaack!

Over the last month there were so many times I sat down in front of my laptop with an idea in my head for a blog. But just as many times as I sat down with good intentions, I found … Continue reading

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Dear Santa:

I know you’re pretty busy at this time of the year, Santa, so I’ve decided to help you out a little in a couple different ways. First, as you already know, I spent part of last week collecting letters from … Continue reading

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Who needs a doctor?

Some doctor out there is going to cringe while reading this, but I have to say, through the wonder that is mayoclinic.org, I believe I’ve successfully diagnosed and am now treating a nasty case of dyspepsia. Since the treatments involve … Continue reading

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Will someone knock me out, please?

I’m an occasional insomniac. What I mean by this is some nights I absolutely cannot fall into that deep sleep we all need to be refreshed. It isn’t for lack of trying, though. Because I do try. I’ve spent countless … Continue reading

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Thank you, veterans.

Somehow the headline for tonight’s blog doesn’t quite seem adequate. Can those three words express how grateful I am to America’s heroes for all they’ve done and continue to do today? Can they convey the safety I feel knowing they’re … Continue reading

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Familial findings

As the oldest child in my blended family, I didn’t feel lucky to have siblings until I was in my 30s. Mid-30s, that is. During my single-digit ages (the ones I can remember anyway – maybe 6 to 9), I … Continue reading

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Fiendish footwear.

These are the most evil shoes on the planet: Cute, right? Don’t let their looks deceive you. I love these shoes, but I have only been able to wear them about three times in the last year-and-a-half since I bought … Continue reading

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Broken memories.

In February 1985 I was about half-way through seventh grade at Central Junior High School in Superior. It was a week away from my 13th birthday and life was good — well, as good as it gets for a 12-year-old … Continue reading

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Oct. 25, 2009, in photos.

It’s been raining here since late afternoon yesterday. The constant, light drizzle has been enough to get the ditch river running again but not enough to make it too sloppy to take a walk. After I decided today was not … Continue reading

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