Finally! Spring flowers. It is such a joy to see God’s lovely blossoms all round. Birds are calling and grass is growing and trees are beckoning cardinals. I’m so grateful for these gifts of nature, ours for the pleasure of … Continue reading →
This week two people died, one fell and broke her left shoulder and others have had various illnesses. Life is difficult here and elsewhere. There are always unpredictable situations that throw us off track. “Take it easy. Take your time. … Continue reading →
Friends here at Provision honor each others on our birthdays. Our oldest resident is 102. Wow! When I think back on the years of my life I’m amazed that I’m still here–and also very grateful. God has blessed me with … Continue reading →
Recently at one of my writing clinics I encouraged my writers to jot down some notes about a dream they remember as a child that came true when they least expected it. Then I shared one of mine that brought … Continue reading →
Yesterday in my writing clinic we wrote and talked about “play.” It was fun to share memories of playtimes as kids, as teens, and now as older adults. One of the most popular was hopscotch, using colored chalk on the … Continue reading →
I read an inspiring article in AARP Magazine recently by a 60+ year old mom who was terrified of heights and certainly of climbing a mountain.. She had watched her son take on the challenges when he was a young … Continue reading →
In the California wilds on a sunny autumn day. Whenever I felt worried or anxious I headed for the wilds–just the place for a peaceful walk, a restful time in nature and a spot on a rock to rest … Continue reading →
A couple of years ago I went to NV to visit my son and his wife. Their apartment is on the edge of Las Vegas so we drove to the desert to flee the noise and glitter of the crowds. … Continue reading →
While at my grandson Noah’s house for Thanksgiving, I needed a little extra help with stairs and the like. His wife May’s brother Tyler, young and strong, offered me a hand to guide me on a short walk after dinner. … Continue reading →
There is so much to look forward to in the new year–most of which is unknown to us at this point, but we can be grateful for it even so. A little change in my blog posts is ahead. I’m … Continue reading →