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Can We Talk 2

by A Very Cold Pumpkin

Rated: 13+ · Book · Family · #2058371

Musings on anything.

My blog was filled up. I'm too lazy to clean it out. So I started a new one.

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Detective

Mar 6, 2026 at 9:52pm
In response to "Changing Seasons"

I'm glad the snow is finally melting. I've been thinking about getting some seeds to do an indoor garden, but haven't gotten around to it yet.

𝓦𝓮𝓫W𝓲𝓽𝓬𝓱

Jan 28, 2026 at 6:50pm
In response to "Snow and Ice Bound"

What a kind neighbor you have.

You're doing the best you can with what you're facing.

Wishing better weather coming your way, soon. In the meantime--afghans are a life saver!

Soldier_Mike

Dec 5, 2025 at 11:45pm
In response to "Food Stamps and EBT"

Although I don't get SNAP benefits, my daughter does, so I've been aware of the purchase limitations for quite some time. I, too, shake my head at the "Sorry you can't have it already fixed; good luck putting together a meal" situation.

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Jeff

Dec 5, 2025 at 6:58pm
In response to "Food Stamps and EBT"

I agree that fraud and other abuses of benefits programs can be a real problem and should be addressed. But it always makes me sad when the solutions being put forward involve making it more difficult to receive or maintain those benefits for everyone. Our first priority should be making sure people have their basic needs covered.

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Reagana

Nov 25, 2025 at 6:28pm
In response to "Early Christmas Present"

I had shingles twice, as well. Both times in my 20's which is supposedly not very common. I feel yout pain. It is Terrible. I hope you heal quickly.

Jeff

Nov 1, 2025 at 7:58pm
In response to "New Adventure"

Where we live, our waste management actively discourages us from going to the landfill ourselves. They charge something like $75 per load you want to dispose of. The only way that would be cheaper than a month of residential waste removal services would be if I had a huge truck or a trailer to haul multiple months' worth of trash all in one go.

Jeff

Oct 20, 2025 at 10:45pm
In response to "Recyclables"

I used to have a hard time letting stuff go if it was just going to be thrown in the trash. But like you, I tend to use stuff (especially clothing) until it wears out, so I've had to come to terms with the fact that I got my money's worth out of it and nobody needs a shirt with a hole in it, or a pair of shoes with no treads on them anymore.

Soldier_Mike

Oct 19, 2025 at 10:33pm
In response to "Decluttering"

I don't feel I've acquired much, since my wife passed. On the other hand, I've not made much of an effort to "thin the herd" either, so I think I have a fairly good picture of what you're facing. Best of luck!

Jeff

Oct 11, 2025 at 4:18pm
In response to "Anticipation"

Congratulations on getting a new computer! Sounds like it will definitely be a relief once you're all set up at home with your wifi so you don't have to go to the library anymore!

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Jeff

Oct 3, 2025 at 5:43pm
In response to "Dental Hygienists"

I have the same issue with my dentist. They really push to have their clients come in every six months, but if I ever have to reschedule, they go, "Well the next available appointment we have is four months from now."

March 7, 2026 at 5:24pm

#1110078

Photos on Cell Phone

How did we ever make it day to day without smartphones? I use mine for photos all the time, maybe not enough. I wish I had discovered it sooner.

Everyday my phone recycles old photos, sometimes based on the anniversary of the date taken. At times they are cute and bring back some pleasant memories or at least a smile. Other times they make me sad or nostalgic, especially if it is one of someone who has passed away. My mom was shy of cameras and tried not to be photographed. She didn't want to be reminded of the way she looked or dressed, too self-conscious. My dad on the other hand loved the camera. He didn't care how he was dressed or how he looked, he smiled and posed gladly. So, I have lots of pictures of him planting glowers or wearing goofy hats or just sitting in the shade. Fortunately for my mom, I didn't have a smartphone while she was alive, but that is my loss.

Then there's the picture of my great-nephew with his face inside the big bowl, licking the chocolate brownie batter. The next photo shows a big smile on his little face with chocolate all around his mouth and nose. That always makes me laugh. He is still the trimmest of the kids, but he loves to cook.

The rotating photos on my phone are kind of a pleasant moment in the day. I can appreciate the past and feel good in the present. Some things about cellphones are great.

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