Monthly Archives: May 2008

DSC01293, originally uploaded by kathieshoop. Oh, my this picture stinks! I’m still twelve pounds thinner, but my knees are looking fatter in this photo!! This is the problem with self-portraits–perspective when shooting. Oh well. After taking a week to recover … Continue reading →

Well, I’ve come full circle with my swimming past as I signed Jake and Beth up for summer swimming. One of the boldest memories I have of summer swimming is having to get into the pool when it’s only 60 … Continue reading →

It’s Tuesday! Isn’t that fantastic and unbelievable that another week has wended through the valley of time and re-emerged as what??? Yes, Tuesday! So, how’s yours going?

Well, okay, not officially. But, once the pool is open and the Memorial Day Picnic crumbs are brushed away, then for all practical purposes summer is said to be here. Our pool is back open this year and it’s the … Continue reading →

Nasty stomach bug has infiltrated my stomach…I’m typing with my nose…be back tomorrow when I can sit up straight…

Bookshelves, originally uploaded by kathieshoop. My new blog template and title has been in use for about two weeks now…so, I wanted to explain some of its new elements. First, the background of the blog is actually a blurred photo … Continue reading →

This poor guy was substitute teaching in Florida and found that his attempt to draw the kids in–hopefully, get them to pay some attention, resulted in his getting fired and being accused of Wizardry of all freaking things. Now, let … Continue reading →

DSC01226, originally uploaded by kathieshoop. I rue the day I dreamed this up. What stupidity took me that day? Oh tell me please so I may stave off its next visit… Well, I’m still just 12 pounds thinner, but that’s … Continue reading →

Do you know how a pregnant woman miraculously begins to nest (organize her baby things, clean, get the home ready for when she can’t do anything but release a boob from her bra for the baby’s meal) before she goes … Continue reading →

   This dialogue snippet comes from my favorite writing spot, the local Oakmont Coffee Shop. Now, just read it as is, you’ll get into a  groove as you go. This was the only end of the convo I could actually … Continue reading →