Grape Expectations (A Sweet Discovery!)

by Irene // October 1, 2018 // No Comments

The other day, I was in our office kitchen when Travis, a young coworker, came in to put his lunch in the communal refrigerator. We began with the typical water cooler conversation but then he asked, “Have you tried Cotton... Continue reading →

Not The Beaver’s Mom

by Irene // August 15, 2018 // 11 Comments

Recently we watched “Bad Moms”. This isn’t a movie in which you’re going to nod in agreement, snicker and smile. It’s a raunchy comedy and loaded with profanity. Consider yourself warned. This movie had me thinking of times when I... Continue reading →

Fresh is the New Black (Cocktail Recipe)

by Irene // July 17, 2018 // 2 Comments

We had a great weekend in Pentwater, Michigan. There was a small reunion with a special someone whom we haven’t seen in a very long time plus a birthday celebration. These celebratory activities called for a refreshing, summer cocktail. I opted... Continue reading →

“Marsha, Marsha, Marsha!”

by Irene // February 10, 2018 // 2 Comments

The lobby is my office. I greet visitors, including frequent job applicants. The routine is the same each time. They sign in and I notify the appropriate person to come greet their guest. I generally have notice of whom to... Continue reading →

Sister's Folly

How to be a fabulous, middle-aged+ woman in the 21st Century….

Author: Irene

Grape Expectations (A Sweet Discovery!)

Not The Beaver’s Mom

Fresh is the New Black (Cocktail Recipe)

“Marsha, Marsha, Marsha!”