Warning… Grief ahead. Shanti came into our life via a Midwest cornfield where she was found along with 3 or 4 of her siblings. Probably the product of an Amish puppy mill […]
Shanti
Lumpy Old Dog
I developed a lump. This is not to alarm the reader. It is just part of the story. I’ve actually had it for a while. A few years, really. Lately, though, it […]
The Help 2.0
Both our driver and our pembantu started work this week. I don’t think I mentioned the driver. More on him in a minute. The folks with State recommend and offer background checks […]
Greasy Palms
It was Indonesian Independence Day this past weekend. To honor the day, the embassy relaxed and had “FUN DAY!” An afternoon of games and snacks and music. By games, I mean gunny […]
Secret Asian Man 