M.A. Kropp: Writer, Blogger, GeekGirl. My Life. My Words. My Way.
Or at least beginning to feel that way? This weather has been crazy! It's been warm and breezy so many days lately, and we are into November. I am not a huge fan of winter, but by this point, I do expect the temps to be a bit colder. Not complaining really, but wow, it's … Continue reading Umm, Isn’t It Supposed To Be Winter?
I have been volunteering as a dog walker at our local Humane Society. The dogs need to get out of their kennels every day for potty, socialization, and to help combat kennel stress. And, like most shelters and rescues, the staff can only do so much. So, they rely on volunteers to help out. It's … Continue reading The Biggest Reason For My Absence Around Here
Tis the Night of Fright! I hope yours is just as spooky (or not) as you want it to be. Watch out for all the little (and not so little) ghosties and ghoulies out and about tonight. Be safe. Be careful. Enjoy your treats!
You're having fun, yes, but also when life throws one thing after another your way. And I don't mean it's been bad. Just busy. And my office here is still not completely back to normal, but it won't be for a while. I am not going to put everything back in order until we get … Continue reading Time Flies When—
*cough, cough* It's kind of dusty in here, isn't it? *opens cleaning supplies closet. Pulls out mop and bucket* Well, that's better! I know I haven't been around much the last couple months, and yeah, there's been some Life stuff going on. Mostly good but it's kept me busy and away from the computer for … Continue reading Long Time, No See
Wow, it's been a week or so, hasn't it? Politics, the Olympics, and more causing quite the kerfuffle around these internets, eh? I generally try to stay out of the fray and keep my opinions to myself. Not because I don't want to deal with it, but mainly because in the world we live in, … Continue reading Sometimes, Ya Just Gotta Do What Ya Gotta Do
Is it really mid-summer already? It must be, since the Fourth of July was last week. We had family here for some smoked chicken, potato salad, corn salad, and a cherry kuchen provided by the BaldMan's sister. It was a good dinner on a warm summer day. I have to say that the neighborhood fireworks … Continue reading And the Summer Rolls On
At least as far as Tucker is concerned. Our neighbors next door moved. That wasn't the traumatic part. It was the new people moving in with their two dogs. The first few days, it was just the people. And Tucker let everyone in hearing distance know he did not like seeing strangers at that house … Continue reading And the Whole World Has Been Turned Upside Down
My rating: 4 of 5 starsIn this novel that evokes the feeling and environment of the Tang Dynasty of 8th century China, we meet Shen Tai, son of one of the greatest generals serving the Emperor. He has spent the last two years honoring the spirits of the dead of both sides of his father's … Continue reading Friday Review: Under Heaven (Under Heaven #1) by Guy Gavriel Kay
A year ago on June9, we adopted our second dog. We found him at the local humane society. We were originally looking for a bigger dog since we both really like the giant breeds. But both of the big ones at the shelter were not the right fit. One was not very dog friendly and … Continue reading Happy Gotcha Day, Tucker!
And So On... 