Elaine Stubbs

My goal is to make you think and question. don’t just go forth blindly. The Author

Discover My Journey: The Story Behind This Blog

Hi, I’m Jonnita and welcome to my new blog site. This is about the past, the present and how I navigate between the two.

My Latest Posts

  • More of the same
    What could you do less of? Hmm, I would say I could do less worrying.  I could do less caffeine, but that could cause harm to those around me. I could do less ME, but why would I dim my own light? I could do less cooking, but if I did, who would feed me?… Read more: More of the same
  • Because Every Penny Counts: Simple Ways to Save on Groceries and Essentials
    Finances are a Beast! I don’t know anyone who isn’t having financial difficulties these days. And I know nothing I say here is going to fix the issue, but maybe I can at least offer a little help. Maybe I can give you a new avenue for saving on groceries and home essentials. Or maybe… Read more: Because Every Penny Counts: Simple Ways to Save on Groceries and Essentials
  • Am I a Risk Taker?
    After twenty years in the same home, my husband and I are facing one of the biggest decisions of our lives — rent, buy, or stay put. At our age, every choice feels like a new kind of risk.
  • 🐾 Pet Insurance 101: Worth It or Waste of Money? Let’s Break It Down
    Meta Description: Thinking about pet insurance for your dog or cat? Find out what it really covers, how much it costs, and whether it’s worth it. Plus, compare top companies like Healthy Paws, Embrace, and Trupanion. If you’ve ever had a pet (and loved it like family), you know how fast vet bills can stack… Read more: 🐾 Pet Insurance 101: Worth It or Waste of Money? Let’s Break It Down
  • Mo money
    If there is one thing I wish I had learned early in life it would be how to save and mange my money better. I think we all live under an illusion that money is easy to come by, keep,find and spend and that there are no consequences to our actions. Lots of us grew… Read more: Mo money
  • Just relax
    Sit back in your chair, put your feet up, would you like something to drink? How about the TV remote? Can I get you anything else? Oh, you would like a hand massage? I can do that. Anything else? Well, you just let me know. Let me put on some light jazz, turn it down… Read more: Just relax
  • tears of joy
    I’m a crybaby. So many things bring tears to by eyes, a newborn baby, how a mother looks at her offspring, a sunset over a lake. Even watching the Atlanta falcons actually win a game will bring on the water works. But, tears of joy are different. That’s brought on by unexpected wonder or amazement.… Read more: tears of joy
  • What change do I want my blog to make in the world
    I’m a simple person,so, the change I would want to accomplish is to let everyone know that their not alone in this world. That a friend is always one step away. That when you can’t get a physical hug maybe a mental one will suffice. I want my blog to be a small part of… Read more: What change do I want my blog to make in the world
  • Another me in a mirror
    A different time and place . A small brownstone with a small pet, maybe a long haired dachshund. Lots of books,left alone to meander. Or maybe a shaman in a forgotten Indian tribe. Giving out cryptic answers in whispering tones. Whatever the universe, whatever the time, I’m alone and I’m OK.
  • Just a little off the top
    Hi, everyone! My name is Jonnita. Joe for the short. And I am here to entertain you. I’m kidding , but not really. Isn’t that what bloggers do? Entertain through words, thoughts and ideas? Some background about me. I am a mother, grandmother, wife, full-time employee, daughter, an aunt, and a sister. I am everyone… Read more: Just a little off the top