I recently heard that the iconic 1960s rock song “In-A-Gadda-Da-Vida” was supposedly meant to be called “In the Garden of Eden” but the songwriter was so, shall… Read more “I’m not sure what I just heard”
Author: nmusolf
I am a writer, wife and mom living in southern Minnesota. I have written fiction and non-fiction and my work has also appeared in numerous Chicken Soup for the Soul books, Woman's World magazine, the Chicago Tribune and the Christian Science Monitor.
Sometimes you’re better off not knowing
I’m currently reading a historical novel about Andrew Jackson. It’s a nice change from my usual movie star autobiographies and makes me feel like I’m expanding my… Read more “Sometimes you’re better off not knowing”
Keep your eyes open for the poop patrol
I know all dog owners aren’t perfect. I’m aware there are some people who don’t clean up after Fido or who let Ginger off the leash and… Read more “Keep your eyes open for the poop patrol”
I’ll take my movies old, thank you very much
A while ago, Mark and I and our younger son, Hank, decided it would be fun to have an occasional family movie night where we took turns… Read more “I’ll take my movies old, thank you very much”
Put on a happy face!
Did you know the emoticon of a smiley face that is laughing so hard it is crying (officially known as Face with Tears of Joy Emoji) is… Read more “Put on a happy face!”
When texting, check twice, maybe even thrice
Not too long ago I had a dream where I looked at Facebook and saw three pineapple icons posted on my page. Being a nosy person, I… Read more “When texting, check twice, maybe even thrice”
Today I am no longer a roundabout virgin
When I learned how to drive the country was in the midst of an energy crisis which meant you had to sit in a gas line to… Read more “Today I am no longer a roundabout virgin”
Let me think and think and think about that
I’m sure everyone has seen an image of the famous statue “The Thinker,” a seated man, his head on his fist as he’s obviously pondering some very… Read more “Let me think and think and think about that”
Sometimes the world is a pretty dirty place
Our oldest son turned 30 this month, a fact that seems highly improbable to me since I am still permanently 12 in my head. How can that… Read more “Sometimes the world is a pretty dirty place”
My new high is really a new low
Go ahead. Go on YouTube and search for anything your little old heart desires and the odds are fantastic you’ll find it. Looking for an old Dick… Read more “My new high is really a new low”
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