Here’s another pretty dress that didn’t make the cut for my NYC trip. Although it’s a silver beauty, and the price was right ($6 at Molly Mutt thrift shop), it needs alterations and somehow doesn’t express my NYC vow-renewal vibe. Welcome… Continue Reading
It’s time, even in the sub-tropics, to start thinking about some Fall-ish pieces for the wardrobe. It’s getting dark earlier, the Pumpkin Spice latte is on the shelves, and I feel like picking up a few new things. My broken… Continue Reading
A lot’s been written about the value of shopping alone vs. with a friend. On the “alone” side of the ledger: no time limits, more focus and concentration, no distraction from the task. Work at your own pace – tear… Continue Reading
I love stripes, as most of us do. I like them in unexpected ways, like on my socks and phone case. Welcome to Visible Monday. If you want to participate, it’s so easy: just go to the bottom of… Continue Reading
Basically, wear whatever you want to physical therapy. The staff are all in scrubs and sneakers, and the experience is far from posh (but so helpful). I like to dress up a bit on PT days, to stay cheery. And… Continue Reading
It’s been an . . . interesting couple of months at chez Not Dead Yet. The fractured wrist, the hurricane, the $105,000 hospital bill (before adjustments!). But I’m turning a corner and feeling rosy all over. I’m revisiting affirmations I… Continue Reading
I want to learn from all my life experiences, good and bad. Breaking my wrist, wearing external fixators (don’t look if you’re squeamish), and going through a major hurricane = bad. Surviving, healing, getting stronger (slowly) = good. What’s come… Continue Reading
I suspected dressing would become a physical challenge at some age, but I thought it would be about 20 years away. Heh. I know and appreciate that there are lots of people my age and younger who have permanent disabilities,… Continue Reading