I was craving a chicken quesadilla today, so I decided to make one for lunch. Would you believe I actually had to look up a recipe first? I'm no slouch in the kitchen. Just a few days ago I made Coq au Vin from scratch, for crying out loud. But: I hardly ever eat quesadillas, … Continue reading Fill, Fold, Flip
Month: December 2020
I Sought the Serif
I have come to the sad realization that I lack all common sense and sensibility (you're welcome, Jane Austen fans) when it comes to graphic design. As a writer, I’ve always worked closely with graphic designers. Shout-out to Deb at CenturyCo, Chris at Ye Olde Publishing Company, and others over the years. Writers and designers, … Continue reading I Sought the Serif
There’s No Place Like Hermosa for the Holidays
Every year, come mid-July or so, I begin yearning for the holidays something fierce. There's nothing like triple-digit heat to make one long for mistletoe and holly and egg nog and yule logs. OK, maybe not yule logs when it's 102º in the shade. But everything else! And yet, more often than not, Christmas feels … Continue reading There’s No Place Like Hermosa for the Holidays
Freezin’s Greetings
Now that almost everybody we have sent Christmas cards to this year has received theirs, I can finally share the photo with y'all. (Karri, close your eyes. Canada takes longer and we didn't get these out quite as early as planned.) Photo Christmas cards are a tradition dating back to childhood. Like, early-early childhood. My … Continue reading Freezin’s Greetings
When Potlucks Go Awry
It’s been an interesting week at CenturyCo, capped off with a visit by the fire department this morning. This is what happens when potlucks go awry. Could've been worse, though: at least our building didn’t burn down. The close call merely resulted in a smoke-filled office, blaring fire alarms, and a forced evacuation. You know, … Continue reading When Potlucks Go Awry
Sugar Cookies or Powdered Doughnuts
Since a lot of you have been wondering (okay, maybe only three people asked), the lady-who-might-be-a-hoarder's check cleared the next morning. Whew! Not that getting stiffed out of $30 would have sent me to the poorhouse, but it was the principle of the matter. I half expected her to email me back saying the TV … Continue reading Sugar Cookies or Powdered Doughnuts
Craigslist is Rarely Worth the Hassle
In 2006, the moment I separated from my ex-wife and moved into my swanky bachelor pad, I bought a brand new TV. Seriously, like, that day. She got the TV in the divorce, which was fine with me. I've always had an affinity for the latest and greatest; if it's shiny and new, sign me … Continue reading Craigslist is Rarely Worth the Hassle
No Joe
Yesterday, I thought I'd make a pot of coffee for the office. What I ended up making was a pot of hot water. CenturyCo has one of those big industrial coffee pots. It looks a lot like this one. In fact, I think it is this one: We also have really good coffee. No Folger's … Continue reading No Joe
Breaking Up is Hard to Do
It's always a joy to find an unexpected flamingo from an anonymous sender in your mailbox! Actually, there were two — a veritable mini flock, if you will. This ornament and an ice cube tray. I can't wait to make cocktails with flamingo ice! Pretty sure I know who my not-so-secret Santa is in this … Continue reading Breaking Up is Hard to Do
Mark My Words 