Beating the Facebook Algorithm
Like a billion other people, I’m on Facebook a lot. And I take note of the posts that get hundreds of likes. Wedding and anniversary photos are a no brainer, as are pictures of the kids. Not having access to any of that, I tried a different tack to tap into some of that Facebook love. Today, I posted a smiling photo of me and my best friend of 40 years. He’s the closest thing I have to soulmate, and it made me happy to advance the social media value of friendship. It’s trending well!!
Gene Wilder, RIP
Gene Wilder has contributed tangibly to my life. He has made me belly laugh so many times. Even now thinking of him, my lips are turning up into a grin. What a special presence. Which one of his films is your favorite?
It’s National Dog Day
Celebrating with Rose, the love of my life.
(Dog owners, who are you celebrating with?)
How to Be an Artist
My favorite of these is: “make little signs that say YES! and post them all over your house.” Which resonates most with you?
1989 Poster by SARK
Help with the Heavy Lifting
For a few weeks, there has been a pucker in my rug that’s driving me crazy. The problem is the rug is underneath the sofa, and there’s no way I can lift it. Don’t think I haven’t thought about it. But I know it would end in disaster, with my writhing on the floor in back pain. I considered calling the handyman, but for this 2 second task, that didn’t make sense. And finally, my miracle showed up. I’m in the process of refinancing my mortgage, and today, a man came over to appraise the apartment. He walked through all the rooms, taking photos and measuring. And moments before he left, I asked if he’d lift the couch. “No problem,” he said. Problem solved!
Find a Way by Anthony Burrill
One Step Forward, Two Steps Back
After the satisfying piece about the science of single life, I shuddered when I read this today in the style section of the New York Times. “Pippa Middleton finds her storybook ending.” I don’t keep up with the Royals, so I hadn’t been following Princess Kate’s sister’s relationship woes. But apparently, she’s finally found a husband. He’s handsome, rich and happily ever…. Whatever.
The Date by Grace Weaver
Archive for August, 2016
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