Tag Archives: sleeping

Goal Post: Now For Summer Break

Posted on August 15, 2026 by Charles Yallowitz

Yesterday was the last day for summer school.  That means I get 11 days before I have to go back for superintendent’s conference day.  There are two of those and then a 3 day weekend before I’m back for the … Continue reading →

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Poetry Day: The Snoozer and The Exhausted

Posted on August 6, 2026 by Charles Yallowitz

(A poem about two people.  One is always passing out for a nap while the other struggles to sleep.  Why do these types always find each other?) Crisscrossed pair Sharing the same bed One can rarely find relief Recovering from … Continue reading →

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Poetry Day: The Feast of Princess Nadia Bocaj

Posted on March 19, 2026 by Charles Yallowitz

(Another silly poem about food?  Guess I was hungry a lot when I was in my big poetry phase.  Although, this seems to deal more with sleeping than eating.  Doesn’t feel like I hit the mark as far as title … Continue reading →

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The Dreamcatcher

Posted on February 6, 2026 by Charles Yallowitz

Originally, I was going to do a ‘Ye Olde Shoppe’ for this, but then I realized how interesting dreamcatchers are.  I used to have a small one as well as a large mandala having over my bed between graduating college … Continue reading →

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Poetry Day: Narcolepsy Queen

Posted on December 26, 2024 by Charles Yallowitz

(This is not about anyone specific.  Just noticed way back how there are couples where one person would fall asleep at all times.  ‘Narcolepsy Queen’ had a better ring than ‘Narcolepsy King’ too.) You slept while the movie played. Leaving … Continue reading →

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Goal Post: Made a Little Progress

Posted on October 21, 2023 by Charles Yallowitz

I’ll dive into the writing part of the week, which didn’t go beyond last Sunday.  I did manage to get one chapter of Darwin & the Beast Collector written.  Not a glorious victory because I merged 2 of the 4 sections. Due … Continue reading →

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Goal Post: An End to Some Things?

Posted on October 14, 2023 by Charles Yallowitz

I didn’t have a good week in terms of health.  Allergies, post nasal drip, and not sleeping well combined to make me limp through Thursday and Friday.  That’s why I’m writing this Friday night because I don’t know if I’m … Continue reading →

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Goal Post: Not a Day Without Drama

Posted on September 30, 2023 by Charles Yallowitz

Drama might be an exaggeration.  Yet, every day since last Saturday has had something big going on.  That’s why I feel like I’ve lived a month within the last 7 days.  Doesn’t help that the looming ‘life event’ is set … Continue reading →

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Goal Post: Started Off Sleepy and Ended Exhausted

Posted on September 23, 2023 by Charles Yallowitz

This week didn’t go as planned, which I’m sure will be written on my tombstone.  I had glorious intentions, but life decided to intervene.  Specifically, my ragweed allergies and mild bronchitis made it difficult to do complicated things like sleeping, … Continue reading →

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Benny’s Bountiful Bed Boutique

Posted on September 8, 2023 by Charles Yallowitz

Good morning and welcome to our store.  I can see by the bags under your eyes that you’re in need of restful sleep.  Then, you have come to the right place.  All of our beds are designed for your needs.  … Continue reading →

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