Keeping Track of Travel Miles

I’m amazed at how travel and food issues have impacted the way I think and work. I don’t go anywhere by car or bus unless I can complete at least five tasks in one round trip. Even when I walk, I plan my trip based on weather conditions, what... Read more

In the blink of an eye

On the way home from the vet tonight I was feeling frustrated about my day. Zi (our pug) had an allergic reaction to the bordetella vaccine she got at her appointment this morning. The reaction causes her face to swell tremendously and with her smushed-in... Read more

Missed Hairspray because of a careless driver

We had plans to meet friends and watch Hairspray yesterday. Unfortunately, we never made it to the theater (sorry, guys! ). On the way, a careless driver behind me wasn’t paying attention and nailed my back bumper. No one was hurt, thank... Read more

If the lane ends, merge sooner

There is one stretch of road I drive every morning where the right lane effectively ends — it’s a “must turn right”. Mind you, there are signs for nearly a mile warning drivers the lane must turn right. Yet, there is always some... Read more

Cell phones and driving — never a good mix

One of my biggest pet peeves has always been someone talking on the cell phone while driving. I haven’t gone so far as to put the “Shut up and drive” bumper sticker on my car, but I’ve told a few of these distracted drivers how... Read more