Category: Lifestyle
Oh, The Joys of Blogging with a Spouse
(A Play in One Act) Characters: Mr. Groovy Mid 50s, blogger, husband to Mrs. Groovy Mrs. Groovy Mid 50s, blogger, wife to Mr. Groovy Setting: The play takes place in Mr. and Mrs. Groovy’s home office. Act I, Scene 1 It’s late at night. Mr. Groovy sits alone hunched over computer, typing. Groovy…
There’s Nothing Like a Death to Give New Meaning to Financial Independence
Any lingering doubts we had about quitting our jobs next October disappeared when Mr. Groovy’s grandmother passed away almost two weeks ago. There’s nothing like a death to give new meaning to financial independence. “Nanna” was 96 years old. She had 7 grandchildren, 10 great-grandchildren, and 4 great-great grandchildren. She was a sweetheart of a…
The Groovy Way We Celebrate Valentine’s Day
No chocolate. No roses. No diamonds or champagne. And no fancy restaurant. Nope, Mr. Groovy and I share our love all year long and don’t buy into the hype. So what’s the groovy way we celebrate Valentine’s Day? We go to Sonic! Sonic is a fast food joint where you eat in your car. First…
Being Half Mustachean Ain’t Too Bad
My brother, Brother Groovy, is a very curious fellow, and lately he’s been on a self-sufficiency kick. He wants to buy land in the country so he can build a little house, grow some food, and raise some chickens. He’s also exploring the feasibility of powering his little country house with solar. Since the idea…
Mrs. Groovy on Marriage: Listen Up, Ladies!
I’m a baby boomer. I’m fifty-six years old and I didn’t get married until I was forty-two. I defy the statistics. Mr. Groovy and I should have grandchildren by now, or at least be preparing for an empty nest. We have no children and this is a first marriage for us both. We got a…