Trains and Traffic

I am sure there is a logical explanation for the railroads scheduling madness. They never fail to run through the middle of Bossier City during the rush hours. Can’t they do it earlier or even later? On occasion, when I am running late for work in the morning you can bet a train will further detain me. Oh, they don’t just go forward because that would be too easy. They have to back up and try it again at a snail’s pace. Did they get it wrong on the first try? Yesterday on the way to class, the granddaddy of all snails stopped me and had the traffic backed up for what seemed like miles. Of course, as if that wasn’t bad enough, it was 5:00 rush hour. OK that’s it for the rage.

I am going to miss this class. It was difficult for me but, I think I am going to make it. I have really enjoyed the class blogs and learned a lot about writing, my group, and myself. I wish you all the best that life has to offer. I hope everyone has a wonderful, safe holiday season and in between, enjoy the short breaks. Good luck and be productive.

Happy Friday 13th.!

Gifts

I am in desperate need of some advice. What do you buy someone that has everything they want and need? My mother will be celebrating her 70th. birthday next weekend. I have the most difficult time trying to decide on a meaningful gift for her. She collects gnomes and between the two of us, she has every gnome that has ever been available in the Shreveport/Bossier area. She has everything for her gardening hobby. Mother lives a simple life and does not indulge in extravagant items of any kind. She is stubborn, set in her ways, and exhibits no interest whatsoever in new technology. This time of year always brings me tremendous anxiety. As soon as her birthday is gone, I must start thinking of a Christmas gift for her. Does anyone have an idea?

On a lighter note, I thought I would share Maxine with you. Maxine is a constant source of entertainment for me in my old age. We have a lot in common and her comics are always good for a chuckle to me. She is my HERO! Have a great and productive weekend.