by debidrecksler | Mar 26, 2010 | Family, Human Interest
The other night my husband, a.k.a my knight in shining armor, was stopped in his tracks by a painful pulled muscle in his chest. Not a good thing for a man who does physical labor for a living. I love my man dearly but to get to him to admit that something is wrong...
by debidrecksler | Mar 24, 2010 | Human Interest
Two days ago, on the first day of spring, it was as if G-d had painted the sky a brilliant shade of blue, and then kissed it with the sun. The day was a gift for those of us who needed thawing out from the coldest winter in years. Today, as I am writing this column,...
by debidrecksler | Mar 22, 2010 | Human Interest
The recent scandal with Sandra Bullock and her cheating spouse has been the topic of conversation lately, especially among women. Comments have included, “Look at her husband’s track record with women…what did she expect?” to “Oh, who...
by debidrecksler | Mar 19, 2010 | Human Interest
I’m sitting at my desk looking at my beautiful mountain view and wishing that the sun would come out and brighten the day. I’ve been in such a funk these last few days and the weather just seems to make it worse. It’s been a long, cold winter…...
by debidrecksler | Mar 17, 2010 | Human Interest
I like a show called Are you Smarter Than A Fifth Grader? because I used to teach fifth grade and I remember how smart my students were. I had a few incredibly creative kids that I’ve been searching for online. I want to tell them (all these years later), how...
by debidrecksler | Mar 16, 2010 | Comedy, Human Interest
Dear Readers, Here is a video of one of my comedy performances. P.S. The host was just kidding at the end. I did NOT “clean up my act” because my son was in the audience! I am always G-rated !! I’m a Jewish Mother!! Hope you enjoy!! Read more...
by debidrecksler | Mar 15, 2010 | Comedy, Human Interest
I received an email recently (see below) asking for donations of clothing and accessories for a fundraiser. I found it funny because they were quite specific about clothing they would not accept. All I can say is…Oy vey…I’m in trouble! Please note,...
by debidrecksler | Mar 12, 2010 | Comedy, Human Interest
Tuesday night, I attended our second Comedy Workshop, organized and moderated by the one and only Katie Hughes. I enjoy these workshops. Each of the comics gets 5 minutes to do their thing, followed by a critiquing session from their fellow comics. I think what...
by debidrecksler | Mar 10, 2010 | Family, Human Interest
My eldest son is now 36… the exact age I was when the family moved to Asheville, North Carolina 23 years ago. Jason has an unbelievable memory for details most of us would forget. He remembers everything from the moment we arrived in North Carolina in 1987....
by debidrecksler | Mar 8, 2010 | Uncategorized
I get asked (mostly by the younger generation) how I have managed to stay married for so many years. No secret formula. I’m with a man who knows how to treat his lady! Late last night, we were cuddling under a blanket on the loveseat, watching repeats of The...
