Harvest Moon…
An enormous moon
full and beaming burnt orange
in the autumn sky.
Stay groovy…
–Susie
Copyright 2019 Susie Krivacic)
Harvest Moon…
Random Thoughts
Autumn Leaves…
Autumn Leaves…
Flutter to the ground,
Some yellow, orange, and red;
Autumn leaves are here.
Stay groovy…
–Susie
(Copyright 2019 Susie Krivacic)
Sunflowers…
Sunflowers…
A burst of yellow
catches my eye. Sunflowers
blossom in the field.
Stay groovy…
–Susie
(Copyright 2019 Susie Krivacic)
The Candle…
The Candle…
The flicker of light,
the scent travels through the air,
and I feel serene.
Stay groovy…
–Susie
(Copyright 2019 Susie Krivacic)
Pet Rocks…
It’s amazing that by thinking up something that trends, even for a short period of time, you can make millions.
Such is the case with the Pet Rock creator, Gary Dahl. If you were around in the 1970s, you remember the Pet Rock. Dahl was inspired with the idea after hearing friends complain about their pets. He found the perfect pet in a “rock”. There’s no need to walk, feed, or bathe them, and they don’t get sick or die.
Dahl brilliantly marketed smooth stones from Rosarito Beach in Mexico as actual pets, with customized storage boxes, and “breathing holes” added to give it a more life like appearance. They were a hot commodity in 1975, but were only on point for about six months. At four dollars a pop, Dahl sold 1.5 million of the Pet Rocks, and they made him a millionaire.
Do you have an idea of something that might catch on? Take a shot…Even if it’s only big for a brief period, you could make a fortune.
Stay groovy…
–Susie
(Copyright 2019 Susie Krivacic)
The Hurricane…
So Dorian came and left, and we were fortunate here in Orlando as we “dodged the bullet” and didn’t even lose power. We are the lucky ones…
I’m so sad and worried for those in the Bahamas. When I was young, my family frequented Green Turtle Cay in Abaco, Bahamas. I have such fond memories of time on the beach and fresh caught grouper and lobster with Lincoln Jones on a day trip. Bluff House, New Plymouth, Miss Emily’s Blue Bee Bar…
The population there was hit with Dorian as a Category 5 hurricane. The visuals I’ve seen so far show near destruction. In the coming days we will learn more of how the islands fared. For now, I’ll count my blessings that we were spared…
Stay groovy…
–Susie
(Copyright 2019 Susie Krivacic)
Dorian…
Just having a little pre-hurricane fun with this one…Hope it brings you giggles…
Dorian
Wine is running low.
Cone of uncertainty stands.
Damn you Dorian…
Stay groovy…
–Susie
(Copyright 2019 Susie Krivacic)
Support Your Local Bands…
So Stef and I had a great time last night at the House of Blues. Four local bands came together to rock: M99, Leaving Haven, Soul Switch, and Devil’s Envy.
It got me thinking about how important it is to support local music. People often spend a small fortune to see a big name group, but you can have an enjoyable evening listening to musicians from your own back yard. And the price is right…either very reasonable or, like last night, FREE!
House of Blues offers the opportunity for up and coming bands to play on the same stage as nationally signed artists. Plus the musicians are available to meet with after their set. I’ve gotten to know some band members after attending a couple of concerts, and it’s incredible to hear what inspires them to create.
So take some time to check out the local scene. Today’s new musician might make it big some day, and you can say, “I knew them when…”
Stay groovy…
–Susie
(Copyright 2019 Susie Krivacic)
Preparing for the Storm…
Preparing for the Storm
A random list of things one might need to purchase before a hurricane hits…
water
nonperishable foods
duct tape
flashlights
beer
batteries
water
a tarp
peanut butter
meds
dog food
duct tape
ice
wine
toilet paper
water
generator
first aide kit
cash
duct tape
a full tank of gas
water
crackers
beer
cereal
wine
water
propane for the grill
glow sticks
candles
beer
wine
water
duct tape
beer
wine
water
duct tape…
Stay groovy…
–Susie
(Copyright 2019 Susie Krivacic)
Threading the needle…
So the other day, Stef had a loose button on his shorts. I offered to sew the button more securely. As he is not adept at sewing, he happily accepted.
Now the problem comes up…threading the needle…
You see, my vision is not what it used to be. I discovered that even with my readers on, I could not see the hole in the needle well enough to get the thread through. I have just the tool for such occasions: my magnifying glass.
Yes, I have one, and I use it more often than I’d like to admit. It’s particularly helpful for reading directions on packages and information about my prescriptions. But the use of my magnifier was limited because holding the lens required one hand and threading a needle requires two.
So I called Stef in to help. He held the hand lens while I attempted to thread the needle. The key word here is “attempted”. Even with my spectacles and the loupe, I still could not achieve my goal.
So I held the hand lens, and Stef did the threading. And he succeeded. He even managed to thread it a second time without the magnifier which led to bragging rights. Apparently, his vision is not as far gone as mine is…
Question: How many people does it take to thread a needle? (Giggles…)
Stay groovy…
–Susie
(Copyright 2019 Susie Krivacic)
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