Author Archives: Time Traveler of Life

I was very lucky that my insurance awarded me 6 weeks of in-home rehabilitation three times a week. I looked forward to those kind but insistent workouts. They praised me every time I exceeded my goal. I wanted to get back to my former self, so I worked hard to do everything they suggested. IContinue reading “Post Stroke activities!”

I’ll bet you think the designations above are identical! They are a million miles apart! A Dentist works on your natural teeth to keep them healthy. A Denturist works to make “false teeth” function as your natural teeth would if they could. Don’t let anyone tell you, “It is your fault that you do notContinue reading “Dentist VS Denturist (continued)”

Is there a difference? Yes. There is supposed to be a difference, but that line has been narrowed down so much that denturists no longer exist. A denturist is a specialized dental care professional who is trained and works exclusively with patients requiring tooth replacement solutions. This is the definition found on the internet. I,Continue reading “Dentist VS Denturist?”

I posted this a few days ago, but it bears repeating… I get three or more of these alerts weekly, and sometimes daily.. You think your Mortgage Company has your best interests at heart! Right? Well, it only has its own bottom line in its little heart of hearts! It appears that EVERY company youContinue reading “Available Funds Alert!”

When you read an author’s books or blog, you often quickly like or heart them. Most of the time, you will not take a second or two to write a comment. It is personally disappointing and discouraging to the writer. Taking a second or two to encourage them may make a big difference to them.Continue reading “How I Write!”

Can I go pee, please? I would like to weigh in on the so-called Gender Bathroom Controversy. I think it has been blown way out of proportion! Let’s get serious just for a minute, okay?  Does it really matter which bathroom a human being uses?  I don’t know about you, but when you gotta go,Continue reading “Restroom Upgrade?”

In the good old days, you had a clear idea of the work you wanted to do, and you worked hard to build your business from the ground up with your own hands. Buying and selling new widgets. Repairing them from your garage gradually evolved into a store, and you put signage in the hugeContinue reading “The Next New Thing!”

I often wonder why an “over the hill” old fart thinks they can write?  If you asked or didn’t ask, here’s the answer! Because I want to write stories, I need to write stories! I have stories bouncing around inside my head, and unless I let them out, they will drive me crazy, or crazier than IContinue reading “Dreams are a wish your heart makes!”

You think your Mortgage Company has your best interests at heart! Right? Well, it only has its own bottom line in its little heart of hearts! It appears that EVERY company you do any business with has an agenda! And Baby It Ain’t you! The minute you close escrow, THEY SELL YOUR INFORMATION TO EVERYONEContinue reading “Available FundsAlert!”

My husband, Shirl, had heart surgery; he now has a new Aorta valve donated from a very giving cow (we were never told whether it was Daisy Mae or Ferdinand) and a double By-pass courtesy of one of the best Heart surgeons in Phoenix.  He was pretty resilient in his recovery, mainly because in theContinue reading “2012 was good and not so good”

Clip on arrow to see pictures of our shoppe I always believed that I would live into my 90s hale and hearty because the women in my family did. Great Grammie lived into her 90s after spending some time in a Tuberculosis Sanitarium. Grammie lived nearly to her 90s, but shoveling snow and falling putContinue reading “Colbath’s Paperbacks & Comics Shoppe”

She was born before the Great Depression, into a poor family, the oldest of 7 seven children. Her name was Alice Addie Brannon, and she was one of the strongest and smartest people I have ever met, and I am so very proud to have known her. I am even prouder to be her daughter.Continue reading “You Can Never Go Back! Memories of My Mother”

Trump told the Democrats how to beat him at his last rally and told them how to win the next election no matter how much Russia tries to mess with it. It’s so easy; it’s a wonder that no one has thought of it before. I watched the Democrats shoot themselves in the foot timeContinue reading “How to Outmaneuver Trump at His Own Game!”

Definition of Customer Service: A Live person that serves customers.  Do you remember when you could pick up the phone and call any Company? Your Doctor’s assistant? Lowes, Home Depot, Walmart, and other stores?  Do you recall speaking with a live person? Those were the good old days, and they ain’t comin’ back anytime soon!Continue reading “Customer Service”

I’ve decided to throw my hat in the ring and make a run for President of the United States! I understand I’m a little late to the party, but what the heck! I am retired, so time is not a priority for me. The politicians keep shooting themselves in the foot or another part ofContinue reading “Brenda for President”

Now, let’s think about this! When was the last time that you visited your GP and he/she actually examined you?  I mean anything more than ears, nose, blood pressure, and weight! If it was done, guess who did the deed?  A trained assistant!  You are untouchable and invisible!  Medicine is a corporate business! Caring personalitiesContinue reading “Are General Physicians becoming obsolete?”

When we were Workamping and living in our Coachman Motorhome, we contracted for Workamping jobs in the Winter in the southwestern states and summer jobs in the northern states.    It was early spring when we were offered and accepted a Workamper Job with the Mt. Rushmore History Association as Cashiers at the Book Stores inContinue reading “2013 was a great year.”

I will never understand why people need to lie.  In my previous life, I was a realtor for 30 years. I sold many homes to many happy people. I never felt the need to withhold the truth about the homes they were excited about. My philosophy was: Do the Right thing because it is Right!Continue reading “Do we have to lie?”

Chapter Five I slept the sleep of the dead! (Pun intended!) Upon waking, still wrapped together, we smiled and stepped back into the shower, but this time only to wash. “Are you hungry? Daniel asked. “Starved!” This was surprising, as I didn’t think that being dead would cause one to feel hunger.  I need food,Continue reading “A Plane of Existence”

Chapter Four “You don’t know where you are?” he said, continuing to laugh. My laughter died, and anger took its place. “What is so God Damned funny, and why can’t you answer a simple question?” My temperature rose several degrees, and I was about to erupt into some not very lady-like language, intending to pinContinue reading “A Plane of existence”

Chapter 3 Looking around, I could see white fluffy clouds and a lovely park-like setting behind the gate. I was unimpressed that the gate wasn’t exactly pearly and that there wasn’t a padlock attached to the gate, either. Seeing no one around to stop me, I pushed it open and strode in, as if IContinue reading “Another Plane of Existence”

There are so many Whys in our lives—many more during this administration?? than we ever had before. Every organization and group is soliciting us hourly for donations of $5, $10, $25, or more to combat the terrible people who have been elected to run the country and protect our environment! They are doing such aContinue reading “WHY”

Chapter Three Looking around, I could see white fluffy clouds and a lovely park-like setting behind the gate. I was unimpressed that the gate wasn’t exactly pearly and that there wasn’t a padlock attached to the gate, either. Seeing no one around to stop me, I pushed it open and strode in just like IContinue reading “Another Plane of Existance”

I know you have the best intentions and are anxious to “help” me become a NY Times Best Seller! All I have to do is purchase your pricey, ever-so-helpful course, which will teach me how to write and make tons of money, right? I look at all of these offers with the attitude of “OnceContinue reading “What makes you think I need help?”

I didn’t get a Gown and a hat to throw in the air.  There was no pomp and circumstance, but I graduated from needing in-home Physical Therapy! My Physical Therapists, Page, Preston, and Steve, were knowledgeable and helpful. They cheered me on and always congratulated me on each new thing we achieved. My hubby, Shirl,Continue reading “Graduation Day”

Chapter two Almost immediately, the same smelly sheet is thrown over me again, and the cart starts moving rapidly. The squeaky wheels are driving me crazy. I shouldn’t be able to see anything with my eyes closed and covered with that damned sheet, but somehow, I CAN! We roll along endlessly down a creepy corridorContinue reading “Chapter 2. A Plane of existence”

Chapter 1. One minute, I am soaring on a spectacular mountain road, literally on top of the world, with magnificent clouds nearly touching the ground. The next minute, I am in complete darkness! The dammed GPS didn’t say anything about any fucking tunnels on this road. Dammit! I am super excited about my new job,Continue reading “Another Plane of Existence”

Today was my workout day with Preston, and he came prepared. I do not work out on the days he comes because I know he will put me through some tough paces. It’s nothing I can’t handle, but I usually work up a sweat. We walked across the street to check the mail. Our streetContinue reading “Workout Monday”

I didn’t need a cap and gown. I learned to walk with a cane. Yes, there is a right way to use one. You usually take the cane in the hand of your dormant side and, using your less dormant foot, take a step while moving the cane forward at the same time. Bring theContinue reading “I Graduated Today”

I have been using a rubber heart and world to exercise my fingers. It was helpful, but getting them on the keyboard is necessary. Since I needed to practice typing, what better way than to write a book? I have written chapter one of Ruby & Nolan’s Great Adventures in Space Book 9. If youContinue reading “My Therapy includes Typing!”

Today is Sunday so that it could be my day off. To win the game of physical rehabilitation; there can not be a day off. I have done almost all of my exercises. The last one is walking as much as I can. I have an app on my phone recording my steps. I doContinue reading “Physical Therapy Continues”

Yesterday was a red letter day! Preston gave me new challenges. In addition to my regular workouts he added getting up from my chair in the family room five times. I did it with only one double try. A double try is getting almost up and sitting back down. He brought a big Yellow roundContinue reading “Gettin’ Better 3”

Today I went outdoors and walked around the house on the concrete walk, twice. I walked over the bridge over the walk and around it on the loose gravel, too. My husband/ caregiver will be happy until he realizes I want to be able to water my roses and snip the dead blossoms off. MaybeContinue reading “Gettin’ Better #2”

If you know me, you know I am a fighter, and the tougher the challenge, the harder I will fight. A couple of days before Christmas, I faced my toughest! I was hospitalized with a stroke. Not the best time or the type of challenge! But a challenge is a challenge, and I am determinedContinue reading “Getting Better!”

Some people say, “I am an Author,” and some say, “I am a writer. ” It means the same thing to many people. I feel that if you write for yourself and it gives you pleasure, then you are a writer. If you write a book, have it spell and grammar checked and edited, andContinue reading “Why and How I Write!”

Every day, I see posts and emails telling me that this or that person is “dropping the hammer” or somehow destroyed someone with their verbal humiliation! Sorry, we haven’t heard you and don’t care because you have won the battle. Let’s take a look at all the hammers that have been dropped and laugh atContinue reading “LET’S STOP LYIN’!”

My Physical therapist gave me some new strengthening exercises. I had a stroke just before Christmas. I was very lucky, as it was light (if any stroke could be light), and I could walk with a walker. I have the best live-in caregiver ever. He is my hubby of 63 years. I was given someContinue reading “Physical Therapy”

I am so sorry that it has taken me so long to get in touch with you again. Life got in the way. In the form of a Stroke. Fortunately, it was a small one, which does not address the turmoil it caused in my life. I am fortunate to have good insurance and aContinue reading “Hello Friends!”

I am so sorry that it has taken me so long to get in touch with you again. Life got in the way. In the form of a Stroke. Fortunately, it was a small one, which does not address the turmoil it caused in my life. I am fortunate to have good insurance and aContinue reading “Hello Friends!”

It has been a wild political ride for the last few months! Do you agree? As a woman, I am thrilled to have a woman come this close to being elected, but I am also afraid that victory will be snatched from our grasp, as it has been so many times.   I have toContinue reading “Every vote counts!”

I’m waking up to a Sunny, possibly 104-degree day with a predicted heat advisory! We will probably have a windy breeze, sometimes as much as 18 to 25 miles an hour. Do we even need to talk about Global Warming? I thought so—next subject. Let’s talk about “The Good Old Days!” Back home, in Maine,Continue reading “Thoughts and Other Absurdities”

Here is a list of things that I couldn’t do in my youth just because I was and still a girl. More tales of the single life in the city in the “Old Days!” Next time! If you are bored, check out my books at http://www.brendacolbathbooks.com. Just click on a cover, and you will beContinue reading “Thoughts and Other Absurbities!”

One has to wonder why the political parties vying for our vote this November need to solicit money every day to win! They appear to be trying to convince us that if we do not give money every day, week, or month, the party will surely fail. Once the bogus poll collects your email, youContinue reading “Give till it hurts!”

Have you ever wondered if the people writing the political ads really think we are that stupid? It is my considered opinion that none of them really care what I think or believe because if they did, the ads would ask for and provide a way for me to comment! And most Americans have alreadyContinue reading “Thoughts and other absurdities!”

Marissa Mahoney is a hopeless romantic. She has been warned that keeping Mario, her live-in pool boy, landscaper, and full-time lover, for five years is dangerous! What if he is a SASHA (Seek and Save Humans from Aliens) agent? Marissa ignores their warnings of being captured by SASHA! She had been told how Captives alwaysContinue reading “Immortal Enemies”

Lieutenant James MacDonald’s family needs him! The Task Force trying to convict Senator Allen and his son needs him! He only wants to crawl into a hole and die! Jack takes him for a wild ride to knock sense into his head and maybe his body! It works until his life is inundated with bombings,Continue reading “James book 2 of the Spirited One”

The cover of Spirited One might appear to be a ghost story, but it is a Fantasy, Sci-Fi, and fiction. Orphaned at age one, Jena Andrews grew up in the Foster System. She accepted her lot in life, understanding it would never be easy. Anger issues thrust her into court-appointed therapy to remember the horrorContinue reading “Spirited One”