Monthly Archives: September 2018

What To Confess

Posted on September 30, 2018 by swabby429

One of my new acquaintances revealed some serious personal information to me within less than a week after we first met. I was also told that he was arrested and is now performing court-ordered public service related work. This is … Continue reading →

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Trustworthy

Posted on September 29, 2018 by swabby429

The best relationships are built and maintained on mutual respect and trust. This truism has been affirmed throughout the ages in relationships of personal and social natures. Trust is important in human relationships and in our relationships with other animals. … Continue reading →

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Succulent Pairings …Floral Friday

Posted on September 28, 2018 by swabby429

It’s sometimes fun to pair items to create impromptu, mini still-life compositions. That’s what I have in mind for today’s floral offerings. I assembled succulent plant arrangements and display them with complimentary or contrasting things. The California Pottery fire-orange planter … Continue reading →

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So Angry

Posted on September 27, 2018 by swabby429

There is a mighty lot of anger in the United States of America lately. Some folks are so offended by sneaker advertising that they have been burning their shoes. Many of the sneaker burners have been offended because of a … Continue reading →

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Discontented

Posted on September 26, 2018 by swabby429

Around this time of each year I schedule a meditative evaluation of my levels of discontent. The shift into autumn weather conditions is conducive to this. At first glance, discontent is a state of mind that seems negative, and should … Continue reading →

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Thoughtless

Posted on September 25, 2018 by swabby429

There’s a popular meme going around the interwebs that advises us not to worry what people say or think about us. “Don’t give a F***!” While I understand that the gist of this message is aimed at people suffering through … Continue reading →

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It’s Ally Week

Posted on September 24, 2018 by swabby429

One of my college student friends reminded me yesterday that this week is GLSEN’s Ally Week. Gloria said this is a very special week for her because she remains an active member of the Gay Lesbian Straight Education Network group … Continue reading →

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