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November Madness
How do you handle interruptions? Or November? Is an interruption just life’s way of batting you on the side of the head to remind you that life is not what you think it is or are they just distractions and detours that threaten all progress? And what about November? Do you hate it? Love it? Or none of the above? Leave a comment Welcome! You’ve reached Spark.Learn more here or just read on. If you received this from a friend, please join us by subscribing.
Coronavirus: Here’s how locals are connecting through virtual hangouts
Multiple nights a week Matt Chambers, owner of Squared Away Entertainment, offers a number of virtual activities for locals. (WYDaily/Courtesy Matt Chambers) As people continue to social distance to prevent the spread of coronavirus, many locals are finding ways to spend time with each other through virtual hangouts. Matt Chambers, owner of the local company Squared Away Entertainment, had been an active DJ and trivia host in Williamsburg bars for the past two years.
Valentine’s Day
Say It With Chickens Photo by Jordan Whitt on Unsplash At some point in the relationship, every man I’ve ever gone out with has looked at me sadly and concluded “You aren’t very romantic, are you?” I am not. I am loving and funny and loyal. But romance has never been my thing. Hearts and flowers? Strolling hand-in-hand? Candle lit dinners for two? No thanks. Love at first sight? Not for me. I’ve always been this way.
It’s a Good Thing I Have a Dog
Otherwise I’d Be Talking to Myself Captain (photo by Diane Blum. Used with permission.) One of the best things about having a dog is that you always have someone to talk to. I’m not a crazy old lady talking to herself. I’m a crazy old lady talking to a Yorkie-poo. What do I tell Captain? Just about everything.
Death Comes For Fluffy the Cat
Loss Hurts. That’s Why You Need a Friend. Photo by Zoltan Tasi on Unsplash I’m always sad on the anniversary of the day my mother died, so when Stella phoned to tell me her cat was failing, it’s not as if her news wrecked an otherwise fabulous afternoon. Cancer took my mother on April 27, 1979. At 57, she was not ready to die and, at 24, I was not ready to lose her. Since then, April 27th has been a tough day for me. “Is there any chance you could drive us to the animal hospital?” Stella asked.
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