Bio:
I am an artist and occasional writer. I have raised two daughters and now in retirement am trying to find new ways to keep life exciting! I have decided to write about my life and thoughts when something cries out to be written down.
I am an artist and occasional writer. I have raised two daughters and now in retirement am trying to find new ways to keep life exciting! I have decided to write about my life and thoughts when something cries out to be written down.
Education/Experience:
High School
High School
Interests:
Art, Gardening, Writing, Health, Crafts, Lifestyle, Television, www., Books, Computers, My Children, Movies, Parenting, Decorating and Design, Home Improvements, Gardening
Art, Gardening, Writing, Health, Crafts, Lifestyle, Television, www., Books, Computers, My Children, Movies, Parenting, Decorating and Design, Home Improvements, Gardening
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Michael Jackson was a brilliant performer. But, he led a tortured life and died early because of it. Let him rest in peace.
By Irene Randall | Published 7/5/2009 | Read more »
This reflects my thoughts while listening to our National Anthem today and saluting our flag.
By Irene Randall | Published 6/22/2009 | Read more »
My father was there on D-Day. Here are some of the memories I have of his experience.
By Irene Randall | Published 6/3/2009 | Read more »
We had a drive-in theatre at the end of our road and we visited it often during the summer.
By Irene Randall | Published 5/30/2009 | Read more »
I grew up with telephone booths. Now cell-phones are everywhere. How times have changed!
By Irene Randall | Published 5/26/2009 | Read more »
This is about bottled up anger.
By Irene Randall | Published 5/25/2009 | Read more »
Memorial Day is a day to reflect on the people who have kept this country safe as well as the ones who were dear to us that have left us.
By Irene Randall | Published 5/24/2009 | Read more »
A marriage is tested many times, but we have survived all of them. Now we are learning to enjoy each other again, along with our menagerie of pets.
By Irene Randall | Published 5/23/2009 | Read more »
I tried to live without American Idol this year.
By Irene Randall | Published 5/21/2009 | Read more »
Here are some tips on how to get along with your adult children.
By Irene Randall | Published 5/12/2009 | Read more »
This is a simple summer dessert that kids will love.
By Irene Randall | Published 5/8/2009 | Read more »
This is my opinion about Specter becoming a Democrat and siding with Obama.
By Irene Randall | Published 4/29/2009 | Read more »
My cat chases his water bowl all over my kitchen.
By Irene Randall | Published 4/25/2009 | Read more »
Looks can deceive you. Brilliant people come in different packages.
By Irene Randall | Published 4/24/2009 | Read more »
I have listed four, great, casual family restaurants that you can visit if you are on a budget.
By Irene Randall | Published 4/23/2009 | Read more »
You were gone in a blink and now I just have pictures and memories.
By Irene Randall | Published 4/21/2009 | Read more »
This is a review of fun things to do with your kids in the summer in my town.
By Irene Randall | Published 4/13/2009 | Read more »
A short poem about my Easter celebration.
By Irene Randall | Published 4/12/2009 | Read more »
Spring, wonderful Spring is coming to my town!
By Irene Randall | Published 4/12/2009 | Read more »
We are all coping with the economy the best we can.
By Irene Randall | Published 4/6/2009 | Read more »
Everyone wants the President to fix the economy today. People need to give this some time.
By Irene Randall | Published 3/25/2009 | Read more »
An artist has much in common with the writer and musician.
By Irene Randall | Published 3/9/2009 | Read more »
Forty years of working and the American dream has vanished.
By Irene Randall | Published 3/5/2009 | Read more »
This little bird sent me a happy sign today.
By Irene Randall | Published 2/25/2009 | Read more »
This is about a story told to a child that was never shared except to a sibling who shouldn't have been told. We kept the secret.
By Irene Randall | Published 2/24/2009 | Read more »
Remembering a time of anguish in my life.
By Irene Randall | Published 2/24/2009 | Read more »
This is the first season that I have not watched the American Idol Show
By Irene Randall | Published 2/24/2009 | Read more »
Silly thoughts about my Jack Russell terrier dog.
By Irene Randall | Published 2/23/2009 | Read more »
We never celebrated St. Patrick's Day in our home when I was growing up.
By Irene Randall | Published 2/23/2009 | Read more »
Commercials are taking over and are now in the storylines of the shows.
By Irene Randall | Published 2/13/2009 | Read more »
This is about a friendship that has lasted for over twenty-five years.
By Irene Randall | Published 2/9/2009 | Read more »
How safe are we?
By Irene Randall | Published 2/3/2009 | Read more »
A poem for forty Valentine days spent with you.
By Irene Randall | Published 1/30/2009 | Read more »
Did we really survive those days?
By Irene Randall | Published 1/29/2009 | Read more »
Memories of a trip to Cleveland when the kids were little.
By Irene Randall | Published 1/29/2009 | Read more »
This is a poem about adapting to life changes.
By Irene Randall | Published 1/28/2009 | Read more »
My thoughts to the new President.
By Irene Randall | Published 1/22/2009 | Read more »
It is only January and I can't take anymore snow!
By Irene Randall | Published 1/11/2009 | Read more »
2009 is looming ahead while I take a brief look back at 2008
By Irene Randall | Published 1/1/2009 | Read more »
This is an old recipe from my Mom's kitchen.
By Irene Randall | Published 12/24/2008 | Read more »
A great pistachio cake recipe for Christmas that serves twelve.
By Irene Randall | Published 12/24/2008 | Read more »
The new Bachelor Show will be starting soon.
By Irene Randall | Published 12/15/2008 | Read more »
Once again another year is passing and 2009 is nearly here. Once again I resolve to lose weight.
By Irene Randall | Published 12/2/2008 | Read more »
Old time Christmas Candy Recipe
By Irene Randall | Published 11/27/2008 | Read more »
I didn't take this show seriously until it changed a life in my family.
By Irene Randall | Published 11/27/2008 | Read more »
This is about the terrible end of a historic part of our community.
By Irene Randall | Published 11/27/2008 | Read more »
How Out of Touch Can One Person Be?
By Irene Randall | Published 11/27/2008 | Read more »
This is a dish that can be served for the holidays or any time of the year.
By Irene Randall | Published 11/25/2008 | Read more »
A Very Pretty Dish For Your Holiday Table.
By Irene Randall | Published 11/24/2008 | Read more »
Grandma had thirteen children and her home could never hold all of us at Christmas time.
By Irene Randall | Published 11/20/2008 | Read more »
My thoughts on talent compared to brainless reality shows in society today.
By Irene Randall | Published 7/23/2008 | Read more »
This is a story about the expensive treatment of my little finger.
By Irene Randall | Published 7/21/2008 | Read more »
Small children cannot tell you when they have allergic reactions. Watch for some of these and then talk with your doctor.
By Irene Randall | Published 7/18/2008 | Read more »
I grew up in the '50s. Childhood disease, including a measles outbreak, ran rampant at that time. I knew children with polio and I had had mumps, whooping cough and chicken pox.
By Irene Randall | Published 7/11/2008 | Read more »
The Bachelortte show ended tonight with DeAnna picking the guy with the pink shoelaces.
By Irene Randall | Published 7/8/2008 | Read more »
I have been watching the Bachelorette on ABC. I admit it. I watch it because I am bored.
By Irene Randall | Published 7/1/2008 | Read more »
A Poem about love I witnessed as a child and throughout my life.
By Irene Randall | Published 6/26/2008 | Read more »
These are some of the stupid things I have done or had to do in my life.
By Irene Randall | Published 6/26/2008 | Read more »
Poem about the value of child art.
By Irene Randall | Published 6/26/2008 | Read more »
These are very simple ideas to decorate a grapevine wreath.
By Irene Randall | Published 6/17/2008 | Read more »
Thoughts of My Dad on Fathers Day
By Irene Randall | Published 6/17/2008 | Read more »
Long ago I had the experience of a peeping tom in my neighborhood.
By Irene Randall | Published 6/17/2008 | Read more »
Poem about my childhood and the past I have finally been able to write about.
By Irene Randall | Published 6/17/2008 | Read more »
A poem about an uneasy meeting.
By Irene Randall | Published 6/16/2008 | Read more »
Great rib recipe for summer barbeque.
By Irene Randall | Published 6/9/2008 | Read more »
Plentiful zucchini makes a wonderful supper casserole.
By Irene Randall | Published 6/9/2008 | Read more »
Old time recipe to enjoy at a summer wedding or party.
By Irene Randall | Published 6/9/2008 | Read more »
Cool drink for a hot summer day.
By Irene Randall | Published 6/5/2008 | Read more »
American Idol is winding down. I have been following it every week and writing my opinions. As I am a senior, my thoughts probably don't mean much, but it is fun to follow along, as I am not dead yet.
By Irene Randall | Published 5/13/2008 | Read more »
David Cook had another strong night on American Idol.
By Irene Randall | Published 5/7/2008 | Read more »
Proud Mary was Syesha's Pick of Rock and Roll Hall of Fame Music.
By Irene Randall | Published 5/7/2008 | Read more »
Everyone has raved about David Archuleta since this season of American Idol started.
By Irene Randall | Published 5/7/2008 | Read more »
American Idol Night featured the music of the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame. Out of the thousands of hot songs one could pick, Jason Castro sang the Bob Marley hit, I Shot the Sheriff.
By Irene Randall | Published 5/7/2008 | Read more »
This little flower takes my breath away.
By Irene Randall | Published 5/1/2008 | Read more »
Tonight was Neil Diamond night on American Idol. I have listened to Diamond since I was young so I enjoyed the show very much.
By Irene Randall | Published 4/29/2008 | Read more »
Forever in Blue Jeans Sung by Jason Castro on American Idol
By Irene Randall | Published 4/29/2008 | Read more »
Since the beginning of American Idol this year everyone has raved about David Archuleta.
By Irene Randall | Published 4/23/2008 | Read more »
Broadway Music Night on American Idol
By Irene Randall | Published 4/23/2008 | Read more »
The country girl is sent home this week on American Idol.
By Irene Randall | Published 4/17/2008 | Read more »
Wednesday was the last debate between Hillary Clinton and Barack Obama before the Pennsylvania primary next week. It was held at the Philadelphia National Constitution Center.
By Irene Randall | Published 4/17/2008 | Read more »
It was a bold and difficult arrangement performed by Mercado on Idol.
By Irene Randall | Published 4/16/2008 | Read more »
Country girl Cook sings her version of Forever.
By Irene Randall | Published 4/15/2008 | Read more »
David Cook performs Always Be My Baby on Idol tonight.
By Irene Randall | Published 4/15/2008 | Read more »
Annual Parade and Neighborhood Celebration of the famous clown Dan Rice
By Irene Randall | Published 4/14/2008 | Read more »
These recipes go back many years from my Mother's kitchen.
By Irene Randall | Published 4/13/2008 | Read more »
I absolutely adore Jason Castro. He appears to love what he is doing and it comes out in his singing.
By Irene Randall | Published 4/10/2008 | Read more »
David Cook should win American Idol this year.
By Irene Randall | Published 4/9/2008 | Read more »
Ramiele Malubay was voted off American Idol this week after singing the Dolly Parton song, Do I Ever Cross Your Mind. Ramiele is a darling girl with a very good voice. The problem is that someone has to be voted off each week.
By Irene Randall | Published 4/3/2008 | Read more »
David Archuleta performed Dolly Parton's song beautifully.
By Irene Randall | Published 4/2/2008 | Read more »
American Idol has four strong contenders in my view this season.
By Irene Randall | Published 4/2/2008 | Read more »
My friend struggles with her faith every day. This is about her day spent before Easter worrying about a bird.
By Irene Randall | Published 3/27/2008 | Read more »
We Will Rock You was Great Tonight on American Idol
By Irene Randall | Published 3/26/2008 | Read more »
I absolutely love Carly Smithson. She sang Total Eclipse of the Heart tonight on American Idol. I enjoy her choice of songs in spite of what the judges say every week. She has the ability to sing powerful ballads and upbeat songs as well.
By Irene Randall | Published 3/25/2008 | Read more »
I have liked David Cook every week on American Idol. Has a powerful voice, can sing hard rock and even though I am sixty years old, I really enjoy his performances. He comes across as a down to earth, good guy.
By Irene Randall | Published 3/25/2008 | Read more »
Tonight on American Idol Chikezie sang If Only For One Night. He had a solid performance and I enjoyed it very much. He has a very good range and stage showmanship.
By Irene Randall | Published 3/25/2008 | Read more »
This is a review of American Idol tonight. They sang Beatles Songs Again. The show was not nearly as great as last week.
By Irene Randall | Published 3/18/2008 | Read more »
I believe this country is in a recession. It is getting harder and harder every day to make ends meet.
By Irene Randall | Published 3/18/2008 | Read more »
This is about living to be one hundred and twelve on the junk food diet.
By Irene Randall | Published 3/17/2008 | Read more »
Why do we reward bad behavior? There are people trying to do good in this world. Why aren't they on the news?
By Irene Randall | Published 3/17/2008 | Read more »
I jumped on the eBay bandwagon before they made all the changes, raised the fees, and took away the fun of using it.
By Irene Randall | Published 3/16/2008 | Read more »
Just when I think I have some information about the computer language, I realize that I can't learn fast enough. It changes all the time.
By Irene Randall | Published 3/13/2008 | Read more »
My review of David Hernandez singing his Beatle Song
By Irene Randall | Published 3/12/2008 | Read more »
Chikezie gave a great performance of his Beatle Song
By Irene Randall | Published 3/12/2008 | Read more »
This is my review of the American Idol top twelve performers.
By Irene Randall | Published 3/12/2008 | Read more »
When you turn sixty it is hard to grasp that you are really that old. But, life reminds you every day!
By Irene Randall | Published 3/10/2008 | Read more »
This is the day that seemed forever in the future and now it has arrived.
By Irene Randall | Published 3/10/2008 | Read more »
It is hard to pick two boys to leave after their performance tonight.
By Irene Randall | Published 3/5/2008 | Read more »
Allergic Reactions to Medicine Are Worse Than The Disease
By Irene Randall | Published 3/3/2008 | Read more »
A Quiet Man Teaches A Little Girl a Lesson
By Irene Randall | Published 3/3/2008 | Read more »
There are many struggles with growing older but one has to look for the humor in it to survive another day!
By Irene Randall | Published 3/3/2008 | Read more »
This is all about the joys of owning a Jack Russell dog.
By Irene Randall | Published 2/29/2008 | Read more »
My husbands shop went to Mexico. Now I think I could be a Freegan.
By Irene Randall | Published 2/27/2008 | Read more »
The bees are dying off and now there are few birds coming to my feeders. Is this due to Global Warming?
By Irene Randall | Published 2/27/2008 | Read more »
This is my pick of the best on the show when the boys sang. It is hard to take seriously a seventeen year old singing a love song when one is nearly sixty. There should be an Idol show for seniors!
By Irene Randall | Published 2/27/2008 | Read more »
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