Author Archives: Jenny Mummert

Unknown's avatar

About Jenny Mummert

This blog was originally titled "Drifting Toward Planet Elderly," and it shared a journey I had with my elderly parents as they both went through their later years battling the complexities of dementia. After both passed on, I changed the title to "Living on Planet Elderly." I am a retiree who is reluctantly adjusting to the reality that she is now elderly. In July of 2021, I relocated to Middleton WI after living in Columbia MO for over 40 years. I decided that I want to experience a new and vibrant location in a cooler climate with lakes...a bucket list item of mine. I have a first cousin who lives in Madison. We have nice childhood memories, and I thought it would be wonderful to spend some time together as elders. It was. AND THEN....in March 2023, I returned to Columbia. I had a wonderful time experiencing the Madison area of Wisconsin, spending time with my cousin, and making some wonderful friends. No regrets.

Benefits for same sex couples

Posted on June 22, 2009 by Jenny Mummert

I read that some gay/lesbian leaders are calling Obama’s action to provide benefits for same sex federal employees “too little too late.” Oh, give me a break. Women and Blacks and Asians and Hispanics and immigrants and refugees have been … Continue reading →

Posted in Uncategorized | Tagged , , , | Leave a comment

Huffington’s suggestion

Posted on December 15, 2008 by Jenny Mummert

A few days ago, I saw Ms. Huffington of The Huffington Post suggest to a talk show host that he should blog. Then she proceeded to explain that a blog is not perfect writing….it’s whatever comes to one’s mind. It’s … Continue reading →

Posted in Uncategorized | Tagged , | Leave a comment

It’s All About Us….or Not

Posted on December 1, 2008 by Jenny Mummert

Yesterday was my first viewing of “Synecdoche, New York,” and although some say it is “too artsy,” I loved it.  I think I sat transfixed for the last third of the film, smiling and thinking to myself, “Yes…yes…this is what it’s all … Continue reading →

Posted in First steps into the blogging pool | Tagged , | Leave a comment