Barb Best

Meetings

Can you die of boredom?

Death certificate will read: Cause of death – Meetings!

“She was hanging in there pretty well, but then a meeting did her in.”

Moi

Sure, I look alert and interested in this HOA meeting.

I’ll bet my faux expression of keen attention is fooling the overbearing board members and those oddly perky neighbors sitting next to me.

If it weren’t for the rampant yawns, the tears streaming down my face, and the occasional uncontrolled giggling – they’d have not a clue that I’m bored silly.

Thoughts While Sitting at a Meeting

•  OMG I’d rather be antiquing in Provence… or even Poughkeepsie.

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Love Thy Neighbors

Like family, we don’t choose them.

A wonderful neighbor is a blessing and a friend.

A crazy neighbor is a curse from hell.

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Freedom!

Choice!

Minimalism?

There is a disturbing trend… people wearing the same thing every day.

What happened to fashion, style, color, texture, variety?

Fashion can be exciting, creative, stimulating.

Just ask Lady Gaga

Celebrate your freedom this 4th!

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Film: Let There Be Light

The best thing about flying Air France?

Besides le food et la champagne, of course.

The selection of movies to watch!

Highly recommended…

Lumière! / Lumière ! L’aventure commence (2017) -- Trailer (English Subs)

“A journey into the universe of the founders of cinema, narrated by Frèmaux with passion and humour, LUMIÈRE! delivers unfrogettable image and a unique view of France and the world at the dawn of the modern era; truly essential films that illuminate the world of contemporary filmmaking.”

In the 1890’s, The Lumière Brothers invented the Cinematograph.

The Happy Skeleton

No flying necessary. Available online.

On Amazon Video

Fascinating!

https://www.festival-cannes.com/en/films/lumiere

The Gift of Mother’s Day

Hurrah!

Another “holiday” full of hype, unrealistic expectations, and expense.

Plus loads of gifting pressure.

Because we all know that, whatever she says, gifts are Mom’s love language.

Here are a few tips to assist you in giving well, and perhaps, clinching favorite child status.

What NOT To Give Your Mother

• GRIEF – Don’t get arrested, crash your car, post a sex tape, or kill your brother (it’s her kid!). At least, not today.

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Life…

The examined life is worth living.

The documented life is worth living.

But is the publicized life worth living?

Fake or Real?

Life publicized is posted on social media with text, images, and/or video for the universe to see.

It’s all out there – the good, the bad, and the boring.

The mundane and the meaningless.

The real and the fabricated.

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LIfe Hacks for April National Humor Month

You know you need them!

Live a Better Life Already

7 Trendy Tips to Up Your Game

• How to get a pedicure when you’re wearing an ankle monitoring bracelet (and not electrocute yourself).

• Using duct tape on pimples and fever blisters. (Don’t worry that you’ll never get it off)

• Diet tips to motivate you and your fat dog. (Does not involve duct tape)

• Take a power nap in the refrigerator. Boosts metabolism. Increases zest for life (and brain freeze).

• Learn 501 ways to tie a scarf. Renews creativity. (Includes 499 ways you’ll never wear)

• For sugar cravings, suck on mint dental floss. (Surprisingly satisfying if you’re on a 3-day fast)

• Did you know? In a pinch, dental floss doubles as a cuticle clipper. (Impress your fancy friends at a dinner party with this life hack)

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Dear Boss: 7 Reasons I’m Taking Friday and Monday Off

Mindless Thought For The Day: LIFE IS…

Looking for a humor book with heart?

All is not lost.

Dave Barry has a new book coming out on April 2nd

Humor

It’s a delightful mix of humor, self-help, and a happy dog…

What’s not to love?

LESSONS FROM LUCY: The Simple Joys of an Old, Happy Dog

Meet Dave on tour!

Preorder on Amazon

My Cat has a Bucket List, Doesn’t Yours?

Cheer Up!

A noxious mood state is a nice place to visit, but you don’t want to live there all winter.

Experiencing the arctic vortex or a rash of flash flooding and mudslides can put the sunniest of us souls in a sour mood.

Musings

We all agree – watching the news is about as much fun as chewing on foil. […]

Minimalism: A few thoughts

First, the word “minimalism” – for God’s sake, it’s 10 letters and 5 syllables!

Why the #&!# not a shorter word…

… for a concept and practice that embodies simplicity and “less?”

If you are one hot mess short of being a certified hoarder, minimalism may be the answer.

What Is Minimalism?

It’s a thriving movement. It promises the average packrat “joy” through simplicity.  […]