A Different 99%

99% of time we have been humans has been prehistoric and the wiring in our brain is much more attuned to that world than our own modern world.  That was fascinating to think about.  I hadn't thought about the implications that has as our brain tries to adapt to a more modern world, but the … Continue reading A Different 99%

When the Cat is Away

The mice come out to play. But the ironic (or irritating--depending on how you look at it) is that the cats (the real live furry ones) were at home.  We had a family (I use that loosely) of mice living in our sunflower patch this summer.  I could watch them from the safety of my … Continue reading When the Cat is Away

Back To The Olden Days

Okay, so this morning the day was moving along just fine. Kids were up and watching a little TV while I made their lunches.  Then I made their lunches.  Then Noah calls--"Mom, what did you do?" "What?" "The tv stopped working." And yes, there it was the blue screen of TV death. I went downstairs … Continue reading Back To The Olden Days