Y’all, I do not understand humans. The cell phone store convinces them they needed newer phones… and then convinces them I wasn’t allowed inside. What the wagging tail is that about? So here's what happened. A few days ago, we went to the cell phone store. Me, Mama, and my great niece. Well.They went. I … Continue reading Sassy Goes to the Cell Phone Store…Almost
Author: pattiegrogg
The Back Rows
Photo by Tristan Wilson on Pexels.com There are certain moments in loving a child that sit quietly in your chest for a long time afterward. Watching Liddle S’kiddle graduate high school was one of them. We are unbelievably proud of her.Proud of the hard work.Proud of the discipline.Proud of the long nights and early mornings … Continue reading The Back Rows
For The Ones Missing From The Table
Photo by Dalan Moss on Pexels.com Memorial Day often arrives wrapped in sunshine, cookouts, lake days, and the unofficial beginning of summer. But beneath all of that is something sacred. Today, we remember the men and women who never made it home.The ones who gave up ordinary tomorrows so the rest of us could keep … Continue reading For The Ones Missing From The Table
Domestic Squatting: A Personal Tail
For the past FIVE days, my best frienemy Hennie has been staying at my house. Hennie belongs to Mama’s granddaughter, my niece.Which, according to Mama’s completely unverified family math, makes ME Hennie’s great aunt. Honestly, that feels correct.I do have strong opinions and chronic disappointment in other people’s decisions. Also, I am older. Now Hennie … Continue reading Domestic Squatting: A Personal Tail
Packing for Inflammation Instead of Nightlife
As you know, hubby and I went away for a long weekend a few weeks ago . We had such a wonderful time with great friends. So this is not about that. What this is about… Is slightly alarming. Have you ever thought about packing to go on a trip? Of course you have. If … Continue reading Packing for Inflammation Instead of Nightlife





