When I say Jack Russell Terrier, what comes to mind? You probably think “mouse and rat killers.” (Right after thinking “Wasn’t Wishbone a Jack Russell?”) I mean, that’s what Jack Russell Terriers are bred for; they go “to ground” and with amazing tenacity, they follow the mouse (let’s not use rats, for peace of mind) … Continue reading A Mouse In Our House?
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Celebrating El Día de los Muertos with Joe
Fall. The Season Joe and I loved best. The rain came down, down, down in rushing, rising rivulets. Our yard was a muddy mess. The clock struck noon and the sun came out, flooding our yard with sunshine and warmth, just in time for our Halloween Open House. My relationship with Joe was like this: … Continue reading Celebrating El Día de los Muertos with Joe
Sorry He Is Still Dead! Ditto Head Companies!
Dumbass comments companies make when faced with “Sorry Joe died.” Our friends, both far and near, have expressed such healing words regarding Joe’s death. One of many that mirrored my exact feelings was this comment on Facebook: “I am sitting here staring at a screen and keyboard, not having a clue as to what to … Continue reading Sorry He Is Still Dead! Ditto Head Companies!
The Spirit of Joe
King Cole and Dad The Spirit of Joe.....Month four finds me wondering how in the world October can arrive without Joe? Together, we loved the change of seasons, cooler days, falling leaves and the celebration of Halloween. A large part of me wants to yell at the top of my lungs, “Wait! Stop! We can’t … Continue reading The Spirit of Joe
Costumes Warriors
Halloween costume warriors. Cole challenged Joe and I with the impossible, and working together, we made it possible. I think we were most proud of Cole’s “Whole WIDE World” costume, or maybe it was the “Mighty Oak” costume. When the branch from the Mighty Oak costume would not stay in place on Cole’s head, we were stopped … Continue reading Costumes Warriors
Beer Can Collection or How We Spent Labor Day
How To Be Invisible
We Got Different
Joe died on June 2nd, and Cole and I "got" different. My thirteen-year-old now judges how bad things really are against June 2nd, 2009. When faced with a disappointment, he says, "It’s really not that big a deal," knowing it really isn’t. An odd moment for me was this realization: As parents, we know the … Continue reading We Got Different
Cole’s Uncle Muscle
Uncle's muscle. Cole is very proud of his uncles muscle and likes to show it off whenever he can...This muscle is from the Ruscitti side of the family....just saying. Glad you were in my Odd neighborhood. Feel free to drop by any time. Odd Loves Company and odd loves you and you and you!! I … Continue reading Cole’s Uncle Muscle
Joe Offers Write Sign!
My husband Joe died of a heart attack on June 2nd. It took us by complete surprise and we are currently experiencing what seems like the aftermath of a storm that leaves behind the survivors to carry on. My Odd Family was born out of a love to write, a love of family, and a … Continue reading Joe Offers Write Sign!