Tag Archives: health care

Propane Check

Posted on January 19, 2013 by Tom Trimbath

Ta da! Yesterday my business received the largest check in over a year, which was appropriate because it was compensation for the largest work package for a client in over a year. The mail was delivered just before lunch. I … Continue reading →

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Pesky Raccoons

Posted on January 16, 2013 by Tom Trimbath

Pesky raccoons. One of them woke me this morning, two hours before dawn. It was in the carport, successfully knocking over a garbage can. Of course, I didn’t know what was making the sound until I opened the door. I … Continue reading →

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Surprise A New Year

Posted on January 2, 2013 by Tom Trimbath

“Hello. This is the dentist’s office confirming your appointment for tomorrow morning.” Eep. I forgot. Good thing they called. Let’s see if I can get six month’s of flossing done in the next 24 hours. Where did the last six … Continue reading →

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Crossover Into A New World

Posted on December 22, 2012 by Tom Trimbath

We’ve reached the end of the stone calendar. Time to reset the Mayan clock back to zero. Considering everything I’ve been going through, waking up to a brand new world is appealing. Let me check; yep, looks about the same. … Continue reading →

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Good News Reminder

Posted on December 1, 2012 by Tom Trimbath

Last week I counted my blessings; or at least created a list inspired by Thanksgiving. There’s a broader, more global list. Let’s see where this more global exercise takes me. (Writers beware, I begin this without a mental outline or … Continue reading →

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Balancing Frugality

Posted on November 3, 2012 by Tom Trimbath

“You shouldn’t tell people that!” “But, it’s the truth.” “Yes, but while telling them the sad truth you obscure the other more important truth.” Ain’t that the truth. “I’m impressed with how you’re able to stay upbeat with everything you’re … Continue reading →

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Almost Everything Must Go

Posted on October 21, 2012 by Tom Trimbath

Everything must go, eventually. In the meantime, let’s see how much can go this weekend. I’ve never had a garage sale, so I’ll try something similar: a carport sale. My finances are not fading as quickly as before, but that’s … Continue reading →

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Geographically Desirable Or Not

Posted on October 3, 2012 by Tom Trimbath

I live near the southern tip of an island. Sounds romantic, doesn’t it? Actually, it can be. It is a sweet place and a magnificent place, and the only place that has felt like home. Traveling has taught me that … Continue reading →

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Health And Wealth

Posted on August 11, 2012 by Tom Trimbath

I went to the hospital a couple of days ago. I’m fine. So is the person who broke a bone and who needed a ride. Pardon me if I don’t say who. Discretion is probably best. In a few weeks … Continue reading →

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Independent Call To Action

Posted on July 4, 2012 by Tom Trimbath

It’s the Fourth of July, an excuse for me to remember my ancestor who signed the Declaration of Independence: Francis Hopkinson. Their fireworks meant something completely different. Flashes in the night sky followed by window-rattling booms were signs that the … Continue reading →

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