Brenda Mahler
Bio
Stories about life that inspire emotions - mostly humor.
Lessons about writing based on my textbook, Strategies for Teaching Writing.
Poetry and essays about the of art of being human.
I write therefore, I am.
Stories (270/0)
I Don’t Have a Bucket List but I Do Have a F**ket List
Before I retired, a list dictated every moment and every movement. Sometimes the list actually grew shorter by the end of the day, but usually it grew longer. In fact, it is embarrassing to admit but I had several lists: a to-do list, a to-buy list, a reminders list, and my dream bucket list. In retirement each list has diminished significantly, and some have become obsolete.
By Brenda Mahlera day ago in Longevity
The Three Types of Dog Owners
Throughout my life, dogs have always been a part of the family. With maturity, my relationships have evolved through different stages as has my role as a puppy parent. Sometimes time influenced my interactions with pets while at other times the simple chemistry dictated the interactions. In my experience, dogs complete a family by teaching us about unconditional love and acceptance. However, at the same time I have learned there are different parenting styles for pets. How would you define your pet parenting?
By Brenda Mahler15 days ago in Petlife
The Building of a Fairy Garden
While on the road, I enjoy painting during free time. Because all that is needed is a rock, paint and a brush it is an excellent activity to pass the hours as we relax at our campsite. The process is simple, and anyone can accomplish this simple craft project. Numerous examples are available on Pinterest to get started and over time with practice, small personal touches will evolved. What I enjoy most is that since rocks are used as the base, there is limited expense and if a mistake occurs it is corrected with a little scrubbing.
By Brenda Mahler20 days ago in Lifehack
A True Story About a Dog, A Bee, and a Vet
Francisco loves to explore. He will stalk tall blades of grass, tackle a tree sprout, chase a butterfly and dig up bushes. Items I once saw as the beauties of nature, I now recognize as threats. As a pup of 10 weeks, he requires constant observation to keep him from harm's way.
By Brenda Mahler22 days ago in Petlife
For a Dog, the Grass is Always Greener - Over There
Dagney is the living example of the cliché; the grass is always greener on the other side of the fence, a saying that is meant to be figurative but in this picture is quite literal. While walking through the RV parks during our travels, it is understood we will encounter numerous dogs. Thus, a strategic plan has developed to decrease stress.
By Brenda Mahler24 days ago in Petlife
How Can Something so Cute Be Such a Terror?
Once we decided Dagney needed a friend, our search began for the perfect little brother. Over the years, three male Yorkies had been members of our family and each one filled our home with adventure. Five years ago after living without the pitter-patter of paws, we adopted our little princess. We loved her but she came with the attitude of a teenage girl, teaching us why the word bitch had acquired a negative connotation. We knew this time around we would be adopting a boy.
By Brenda Mahler28 days ago in Petlife
Fortuna De Oro RV Park in Yuma, AZ
I feel apprehensive even sharing this because I don’t want it to be booked solid the next time I wish to make a reservation. However, if I plan to write an RV travel blog then I most share. I actually heard about Fortuna De Oro RV Park from a reader. He mentioned it as a great 55+ resort so we headed for Yuma, AZ.
By Brenda Mahlerabout a month ago in Longevity
Bruce Willis, Gabby Gifford, and My Daughter have Aphasia
Kari stood in the middle of 32 five-year-old's and commanded attention. As a kindergarten teacher, she lived on a stage daily as she created excitement for learning. She spoke in complete sentences and moved around the room addressing several issues at the same time, multitasking essential in any classroom. Children addressed her as Mrs. Zieglmeier, a mouthful for little mouths. When asked why they didn't just call her Ms. Z, she explained children's minds contain the ability to learn quickly and refused to water down their education.
By Brenda Mahler2 months ago in Humans
Cherish Memories: We Are Our Past
“Just sell it all in a garage sale,” Dad said. Dad acted tough, as if it was just a task to complete, when we trudged out to the shop in 95-degree weather to sort through boxes. He spoke like he didn’t really care what happened to the containers’ contents, to the cherished memories that accompanied him a year ago in the move from Boise to Cascade. The words collided with the passion in his voice. I opted to ignore the emotions and focus on organizing the garage sale; it was easier.
By Brenda Mahler2 months ago in Longevity
