February’s Poetic License ~ Sonnets
Sonnets are this month’s form for Pensieve’s Poetic License, English Sonnets in particular. In honor of Valentine’s Day, you were asked to write about something you love, particularly some thing you love that’s not typically Valentine...
An open letter to Mylie Cyrus (in response to her surprising pre-Grammy interview remarks)
Dear Miley, I’m old enough to be your mother, honey, and I was there when your father’s achy breaky heart made him famous when you were just a twinkle in his eye. While I don’t watch you or your alter ego, Hannah Montana, my children do. My own...
Pensieve’s Poetic License ~ February:
English Sonnet
Ah, my little poet princes and princesses, are you ready for this month’s challenge? I know I am! Poetic ruminations have been rumbling inside my mind since last month’s terza rima when quite a few of you ran running and screaming away from...
Livin’ Dolls, Kissin’ Cousins and Feet So Sweet
Livin’ Dolls ~ Please meet (l-r) Polly Esther, Erin and Ivy Caroline, attendees at this year’s Valentine Tea (Polly Esther was "born" with that name…between that and the expression on her face, I HAVE to smile when I look at her!)...
Scenes from Valentine Tea
Each year’s party, at least in most recent years, begins with Noni reading this passage~ “When did you last have a tea party? When was the last time you enjoyed a cup of tea with someone you cared about? Isn’t it time you did again?...
If I hadn’t heard it with my own ears, I would never have believed he said it…!!!
"Life’s too short to wear ugly shoes."~ Tad aka Mr. Pensieve He just gave me another reason to love...
Fun Monday ~ Songs in the Key of Life
Julie at Ooh, a Shiny Pen, provided a simple assignment for this week’s Fun Monday: "Music plays a vital role in most of our lives. It is everywhere. I want to hear the ONE song that is you. The song that whenever it is heard, you smile. I am not looking...
Very Random Randomries
[1] My buddy-and-favorite-webmaster, Phil, has Paula Deen’s February newsletter up. In addition to her recipes for Molten Lava Cakes and Roasted Prime Rib (yes, life is short, start with dessert first!), there are some tips on making a...