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Notes on the Coming Apocalypse(s)

Sandra Peterson Ramirez

Posted on July 1, 2012

Don't worry, the roaches and I will be around for a long, long time.

Don't worry, the roaches and I will be around for a long, long time.

    
There’s been a lot of talk lately about the apocalypse–actually make that the apocalypses. Not that it’s a new obsession. My theory is that as soon as we had something to lose, we started worrying about someone taking it away. Growing up, I heard lots of talk about THE Apocalypse, but that was mostly on Sundays and the idea that Jesus might be a zombie almost never came up. But nowadays it seems to be apocalapooza* with possible supernatural annihilation coming from all directions.

   
Zombies are a popular possibility, as even my co-blogger has noted. And of course we are constantly at risk of attack from vampires and werewolves. (Except Alcide, he’s clearly on our side–but I digress.)  It’s a good thing we have the government keeping us safe from the bogeymen. I’m just assuming that the presidential monster killing mantle got passed on after Lincoln, but I haven’t seen the movie yet so I’m not sure. And speaking of presidents, apparently we Americans expect our president to take care of all sorts of invasions, even those from outer space. 

   
Yahoo!, with its usual helpfulness, is here to help us prepare. Recently they listed apocalypse-proof homes in their real estate section.  They were a bit pricy, especially for the end times when funds will be in short supply (I assume), but it’s good to have the pointers anyway. Which brings up the question: what will I need for the apocalypse? Canned food, safe water, durable clothing, garlic and silver, and, maybe most importantly, several good pairs of reading glasses. After all, what’s the point of a good apocalypse if you can’t enjoy it?

   
*I think I just made up a word! 

 

   
Photo by Sandra Peterson Ramirez

Good News, Bad News

Sandra Peterson Ramirez

Posted on June 19, 2012

There are a few things that (almost) never fail to perk us up. Like seeing a reference to yourself, however obliquely, in print. I remember picking up a book by A. S. Byatt to give it the sentence test* and finding my birthday on the page. Naturally, I bought the book (as it was obviously a sign). I enjoyed it and read several more by Byatt.

 

This week I picked up another book and saw my birthday listed. I did not buy it.

 

 

Perhaps my cynicism held me back?

 

Another potential source of delight is the receipt of a handmade gift from a child. Two year old Addison made this for me:

 

 

Her mother insists that it was meant to say “Love you, Addison”. She also said it was a drawing of me. Not in crosshairs.

 

So I’m feeling sufficiently perked up now thankyouverymuch. The universe can stop trying so hard and make me a cocktail instead. Really. It’s better that we just sit and drink and discuss this no more.

 


* Sentence test: picking up a book, turning to a random page and reading one sentence to see if you like it enough to read more.

 

Photos by Sandra Peterson Ramirez

 

Welcome to Our New Site

td Whittle

Posted on June 12, 2012

We’ve spent the past few months rebuilding our blog here, on our own, independent site, and it’s now ready to go. Our address is the same as it was on our former Blogger site, so entering that URL will lead you here from now on.  If you were subscribed to our Blogger site to receive new posts via e-mail, and if you would like to continue doing so, you will need to re-subscribe on our new site. Just enter your e-mail address either in the space provided on the sidebar where it says “Follow by email,” or in the space provided when you click on “Subscribe” (top menu bar). You will receive a confirmation email asking you to confirm your subscription request. It takes a few seconds to complete the whole process. Thanks for reading, and we hope you enjoy!

 

Moving Day

Wisdom

Sandra Peterson Ramirez

Posted on June 4, 2012

Words of wisdom from Lilli, aged four: “I like my mommy because she holds my hair back when I throw up.” Yes, my dear, the best people do that for you.

Photo by Sandra Peterson Ramirez

Just one more thing…

Sandra Peterson Ramirez

Posted on December 31, 2011

Here’s hoping that the new year brings you all the irrepressible joy of making angels in the falling snow in East Texas.   Happy New Year!

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A Fun Thing or Two

Sandra Peterson Ramirez

Posted on July 1, 2011

Since it’s now officially too hot to breathe here and too cold to bear on Tina’s side of the world, we have no reason not to stay in and play on the computer. So here are a couple of digital toys I’ve been amusing myself with.  

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Planning to Plan (Completely Different from Failing to Plan)

Sandra Peterson Ramirez

Posted on June 2, 2011

After Vacation I Will:

  • Start eating better, cut back on booze
  • Exercise harder on non-trainer days
  • Get rid on some of the clutter that is driving me nutso
  • Stop trying to control everyone

… Ok, wait. How am I supposed to be less controlling if i drink less?

After Vacation I Will:

  • Make a list of things I need to work on…

Parts is Parts

Sandra Peterson Ramirez

Posted on April 12, 2011

I get a lot of email; a LOT. And I’m not just talking about notes and cute kitten photos from friends. I get three or four quotes of the day (which I like), a short story of the day (which I love) and innumerable recipes of the day (which I can’t help checking out). I also get tips. LOTS of tips. Tips on how to dress, what to eat, who to date and what to do about stinky breath. There are also tips on how to beat the blues, how to lower your blood pressure and how to live with bipolar disorder. It’s my own fault. I give out my email address willy-nilly. I know I shouldn’t, but that’s beside the point.    

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Flying Through the Air with the Greatest of Ease

Sandra Peterson Ramirez

Posted on June 19, 2010

Yesterday I went to see the Cirque du Soleil with the 16 year old and the 6 year old. It was just perfect for both of them. They both stared in wide-eyed awe as the performers tumbled and spun and leapt and sang. At one point a male acrobat was spinning inside a giant hula hoop like a giant gyroscope and the 6 year old leaned over and whispered confidently, “I can do that!” Now that is priceless. I hope they carry the evening with them for a long time because it is a little bit magic, which is what the circus is all about, isn’t it? And maybe I needed a little bit of magic too.

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