The Mousetrap

By Patti Parish-Kaminski, Publisher It appears that I have a rodent issue.  Now this is not breaking news; this has been an ongoing issue for a while now. I also have an issue with slightly damaging things.  Mr. Kaminski says “break.” I prefer a more genteel description as befitting a Southern...

Winter Wisdom

By Patti Parish-Kaminski, Publisher This wild, wacky winter weather – at least according to literally every meteorologist in the state of Texas – is on my nerves.  Or maybe it’s the frigid freeze forecast or the bone-chilling blizzard blast.  Either way, I am over the hype. The cold I really don’t...

Privacy in Purchasing

By Patti Parish-Kaminski, Publisher I don’t advertise my purchases.  I have a job, and my credit cards work; therefore, I feel a limited at best obligation to share my shopping soirees with Mr. Kaminski.  Sure, there are times when I will provide cursory details to the money man, but all in all, I keep...

Embracing the Different

By Patti Parish-Kaminski, Publisher I’m different.  I’ve always known that. Mother always said I was “special,” but I know that’s code for odd.  I like things that most people don’t.  I certainly wear things that most people won’t.  I read things that most people would absolutely refuse....

Summer Breeze

By Patti Parish-Kaminski, Publisher It is mid-June, and this summer thing has gotten real. And frankly, I’ve taken this going pro thing very seriously. Being a Professional Porch Sitter is a serious business, and it’s not for the faint at heart, so I may or may not have had Mr. Kaminski install an air...

Driving Ms. Patti

By Patti Parish-Kaminski, Publisher I read while Tim Kaminski drives. It’s one of the things that keeps us married – my uncanny ability to focus on something while completely disregarding his driving prowess – or lack thereof. Mr. Kaminski also fills up my email inbox while at red lights,...