Yes, I'm talking about Eve, the first of our kind. One of God's first children. The one who let some slithering snake talk her into eating forbidden fruit and ruining it for the rest of us. If you are unfamiliar with Eve's short story, here it is in a nutshell: God created Adam and Eve, gave … Continue reading If you see Eve, tell her I’d like to speak with her…
Author: MermaidofthePlains
Never forget
On Saturday, my father and I attended the memorial service for the victims of the 1970 WSU plane crash. It was the 40th anniversary. Hard to believe so much time has passed. Yet, not so hard to believe that the pain is still so vivid. The weight of that pain heavy upon the shoulders of … Continue reading Never forget
And fall truly begins
Yes, the air is crisp and cool. Windows are open. Sweatshirts are donned. And you can hear the collide of helmets and pads. The cheering and singing from the stands. This is football season. And how is my football season? My Monsters of the Midway are 3-0. Top of the NFC north. And who did … Continue reading And fall truly begins
Hello, autumn. How I’ve missed you.
It is officially autumn. The autumnal equinox, when the sun is directly above the equator and the length of day and night are nearly equal, occurred last night. Around 10:09 pm. I sat on the deck with a Samuel Adams Octoberfest in hand, KMUW's jazz cafe streaming through the outdoor speakers, and watched the red-gray clouds pass … Continue reading Hello, autumn. How I’ve missed you.
A little reminder
Actually, quite a few good-sized reminders. Just when we began to envision the trees blooming with fall colors, feel a hint of crisp air at night, prepare for the chill of autumn evenings and mornings...Mother Nature decided to slap us with a little reminder. She rules this earth. She is the Mother. And don't forget … Continue reading A little reminder
Really?
Reggie Bush returned the Heisman Trophy he earned in 2005. Based on his questionable integrity during his USC career, the Heisman Trust was going to ask for it back, anyway. Really? If we are going to begin rescinding trophies over marred morality and integrity, they better start packing these babies up all over the country, … Continue reading Really?
Sunday, Sunday, Sunday
(said in that echoing radio voice) Today is the official first Sunday of football. I have my queso, popcorn, and beer at hand. Later, we'll be grilling flat-iron steaks. And I'll be wearing blue and orange. I have a section in my closet reserved for my favorite teams. There's a small black and red area of … Continue reading Sunday, Sunday, Sunday
Holiday
Today is NFL kick-off day. In my book, a holiday. If it were up to me, the entire nation would take the day off tomorrow. The opening day of the NFL season is one of my favorite days. But one other favorite holiday arrives shortly after Kick-off day. And that is Halloween. I love Halloween. … Continue reading Holiday
Brown paper packages tied up with string…
You know the song. Yes, this post is about my favorite things. I received one of those things on Christmas in 1994, from my delightful brother-in-law, Mark. An Illinois native, he has been a Bears fan since he was a small boy. And he knew exactly what to get me for Christmas one year. It was … Continue reading Brown paper packages tied up with string…
Sing it loud, Sing it proud
I've sung this song in my car, in many a bar, in my home, and in the zone at Soldier Field. I sing loud. I sing proud. No matter the reason, no matter the outcome of the season. As long as the Bears score, I will sing. So, everybody sing!
Mermaid of the Plains 