Notes on Life Archives - Page 12 of 22

Funky junky recycled fun

June 19, 2023 By Linda K Sienkiewicz

Repurposed from Mom: I saved a few blouses and sweaters from my late mother's wardrobe. One blouse in particular interested me. The Parisian-themed print was pretty, but the blouse itself was … Continue reading >>

The Buster Brown Shoes that I hated and loved

June 5, 2023 By Linda K Sienkiewicz

Orthopedic shoes: As a kid in the early sixties, I wore Buster Brown orthopedic shoes because my ankles rolled inward and my feet were flat as pancakes. The shoes had padding around a stiff heel … Continue reading >>

Spelling matters

May 15, 2023 By Linda K Sienkiewicz

You want a bar with that bra? "You need a bar that suits you..." with an attractive senior woman next a row of lacy, front closure bras. I spotted this ad on my computer and took a screen shot … Continue reading >>

Who Cleans Your House?

April 10, 2023 By Linda K Sienkiewicz

Bad housekeeping: A friend asked me if I had a housekeeper.I said no.So she asked, “You clean your own house?“I said no.She asked, “Wait... Who cleans your house?”I laughed and said no one. I … Continue reading >>

Dress like a Poet for National Poetry Month

April 3, 2023 By Linda K Sienkiewicz

The Red Scarf: A dear poet friend laughed as she told me the story of feeling a little chilly went she went to the gym. She wore her red scarf while working out, just until she warmed up. Someone … Continue reading >>

Totally Shredded: Revisiting a favorite food from childhood

February 27, 2023 By Linda K Sienkiewicz

The Routine: In the morning, I prepare our older dog Clementine’s food– a special low protein kibble with a pump of fish oil and a sprinkling of tartar-removal flakes. Then I use a small syringe to … Continue reading >>

Linda K Sienkiewicz

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