Category Archives: Lessons

Baby Gear

Posted on March 20, 2018 by sputterpub

His parents are mid-30s, well-to-do, besotted with him, and of course they vow to raise him perfectly, with this year’s new devices, paying experts to learn how. They purchase toys and gadgets to enrich the eating, drinking, bathing episodes. Dishwasher-safe, … Continue reading →

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Meant Empty Words

Posted on March 5, 2018 by sputterpub

It does no good to say I told you so. That irritates the hearer to a snit. The speaker was correct, and needn’t throw a boast about. It’s inappropriate and doesn’t work. Like when you’re judging me, you say you’re … Continue reading →

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One Hour at a Time

Posted on February 8, 2018 by sputterpub

Before this week began, it didn’t hold attractive plans. My calendar contained four days with tasks that couldn’t be controlled by me – the type of issues I complained about, when I was young and knew so much. Anticipating waiting … Continue reading →

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Body Lesson

Posted on January 30, 2018 by sputterpub

I had a haircut yesterday. The chair was pumped to handy height, and I conversed as commas fell. I like the people there and thought I was relaxed, at least at first, but when my stylist placed a steady palm … Continue reading →

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Because We Failed to Act Like We Took it Seriously

Posted on January 12, 2018 by sputterpub

A year ago, or once upon a time, a race was won by an incompetent. Exhibiting no quality a prime executive must own, belligerent, bombastic and unsure, his victory surprised his own supporters even more than how it rocked the … Continue reading →

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Bad Advice

Posted on November 30, 2017 by sputterpub

I married, bore two children, and divorced, and then I tried again to be a wife, but had to end that too – my talent coursed another way, and I determined life for me was happier, at least for then, … Continue reading →

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To My First Fledgling

Posted on July 22, 2016 by sputterpub

I’ve tried to show you everything I know. I’ve paid in parenting the patient price. But let me emphasize before you go away from me the gist of my advice. And take it with the wisdom of your time: react, … Continue reading →

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Precious

Posted on December 24, 2013 by sputterpub

I acted in a play when I was 3,adapted drama built of Gingerbread. The coach had to create a role for me so I played silent Heifer. On my head he set a giant mask he’d painted black.I wobbled onto … Continue reading →

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Smoking in the Rain

Posted on August 13, 2012 by sputterpub

I don’t smoke cigarettes any more. But I enjoyed them for decades. I bought strong, filterless smokes, and I took in so many that I know I’ve compromised some of my bronchial function. Even so, when I hear ex-smokers aver … Continue reading →

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A Little Death

Posted on July 9, 2012 by sputterpub

A raccoon died last night, I think. Actually I’m sure many raccoons died last night, globally, but I’m recording events in the backyard of _____ . That’s where I live. My home is a studio cottage in the garden. It … Continue reading →

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