Author Archives: EmilyD

I bet Emily Post or Dear Prudence haven’t been asked yet. First, let’s go into the reason for this question.  Last night, I made the acquaintance of a group of people.  To protect the innocent (or guilty), no names will be mentioned.  … Continue reading →

As Professor Albus Dumbledore explained to Harry Potter in “The Chamber of Secrets”,  phoenixes are “Fascinating creatures… They can carry immensely heavy loads, their tears have healing powers, and they make highly faithful pets.” Can’t say I know anything about being a … Continue reading →

The world is a much sadder place without you, not to mention our chat room.  I bet you’re already cooking up an awesome meal in heaven, singing a duet with your favorite singer, Luther Vandross, and beating the angels at trivia.  I’ll … Continue reading →

This week I’m turning 45 which is a milestone of sorts… the halfway mark between being considered middle-aged and becoming eligible for membership in the AARP.   It’s also been about 6 years since my ex-husband walked out on me … Continue reading →

As I write, Jason, is happily absorbed in Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows, the last book in the series.  We’ve eagerly anticipated it just as we anticipated every one since Harry Potter and the Sorcerer’s Stone.  The tradition has been that he … Continue reading →

I’ve decided to step up as the organizer of a Meet Up group after the founding organizer stepped down.  I figure it will be a great way to meet people and make friends.  If anyone is curious to find out … Continue reading →

About a year ago, I signed up to get my daily horoscope by email just for shits and giggles.  Sometimes it’s very general or misses the mark completely… then there are times when the message really applies to what’s going on … Continue reading →

Yeah that pretty much sums things up.  It wasn’t me.  I know I didn’t get my signals crossed or read into things that weren’t there.    When a man says things like "wait till you meet my sister and her … Continue reading →

I’m convinced that men have a sixth sense.  They seem to know when other men are in the vicinity of their ex-girlfriends.  Why else are old boyfriends suddenly coming out of the woodwork?  After several weeks of dates with a … Continue reading →

  God finally called you home.