“Come to me, all you who are weary and burdened, and I will give you rest.” Matt. 11:28 NIV I sagged my full weight against the dining room wall and slid to the floor in a dramatic display of frustration. Defeated … Continue reading →
I’ve recently taken on a new role–Fairy Godmother. I’ve learned that my daughter Erin and her daughter Shevawn can use a little help now that we’re able to visit one another in person again. So I’ve decided to visit Shevawn … Continue reading →
“All of our representatives are helping other customers. You can remain on hold and we will take care of you blah, blah, blah.” Next I received a choice of jazz or contemporary or classical music to entertain me while I … Continue reading →
“Count me in!” I replied after reading an invitation from my daughter Julie. She and her son and family wanted me to join them for a week-long getaway in Michigan in August. This would be a chance to see my … Continue reading →
The other day I asked my neighbor Tom for a little help with some small tasks I can’t do by myself. We exchange favors. I take in his mail (he and his wife live here only part time) and … Continue reading →
Sometimes I get going and I forget to stop and assess what’s up with me. Am I doing what I want to do or just filling up the time with small, silly tasks? Lately, however, I’ve been reminded in my … Continue reading →
Yippee! I paid off my mortgage this month. It is something I’ve always wanted to do but it seemed so far in the future. Now it’s DONE! Thank you, Lord. Money woes have plagued me for years. I … Continue reading →
My granddaughter Mairin is getting married the end of June and moving into a delightful two-bedroom cottage with her husband Dorian. I went over the other day to help and organize a few items. What fun to work together. Mairin … Continue reading →
My birthday (#83) falls on Thursday this week. I’m feeling so grateful for my healthy life. I have lived long enough to enjoy the lives of my three children, Julie, James (Jimmy) and Erin, and to enjoy eight grandchildren … Continue reading →
I love yoga. I’ve been practicing it for over 20 years. Now that I’m older I do what some call ‘chair yoga’, designed for seniors and for people with a disability. For the past year the instructor I work with … Continue reading →