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Back from Hiatus

April 16th, 2008 by PG Chic

Okay, this was admittedly a self-induced hiatus. It’s what some people would call burnout. All jokes aside, a “sista” was tired. (Random pet peeve — The use of “brotha” and “sista” feels so 80s to me! Is that just me?) Well, burnout no more…it’s time to get back on track for the Spring. There is so much going on. I have really enjoyed all of the comments lately. Keep them coming!

There is so much to write about and comment on these days in our gorgeous Prince George’s County, MD. But, let me digress for a second and openly vent. How much is a gallon of milk now? It costs what to fill up my 4-door sedan? People are really starting to feel the pinch (“For Younger Generations, First Lesson In Inflation” ,Washington Post 04/13/2008). I know one thing…a recession and warm weather around the corner do not mix. Unfortunately, it’s the perfect equation for crime.

For instance, did you read the details about the bank robbery near Fairwood in Bowie, MD? Very strange (“Bank Robbery Remains Baffling”, Washington Post 04/09/2008) I know you must have heard about all the foreclosures in Perrywood. (“Suffering in Silence Over Foreclosure”, Washington Post 03/16/2008) and related forum last week. It just feels like a strange time, which I know will pass. However, this may very well be my first experience of inflation and “recession” as a working adult. Retired parents are advising their middle-aged children to start saving and cutting back….I think they know something I don’t. Should we get our coupon clipping scissors out? Should I cut back on my weekly hair appointments? Hmm…

One thing is for sure — if gas prices continue to increase something may get cut back, but it won’t be the hair. Not yet anyway…