Hello dearest blogging community. I’m Julie Sweeney, Karen’s oldest daughter. Karen has been living here in Ohio to be near me during her health challenges of the last year and a half. During her time here, she has delighted my family with her joy, her love, and her presence. … Continue reading →
Today I had a chat with God about these senior moments that seem to be multiplying. Thank you, Lord, for watching over me when I almost put my TV remoter into my purse instead of my cell phone. God, what do people mean when they say something’s ‘good for … Continue reading →
I’m having a good time sharing this fun-filled book with folks around her. We all admit we are having our share of ‘senior moments’! What’s for dinner? What time is it? Anything worth watching on TV tonight? But it’s wonderful to have each other for reminders and forgiveness. We’re … Continue reading →
I saw this scene in person a couple of years ago with my son Jimmy who lives nearby. Now we are thousands of miles apart as I’m in Ohio and he’s living in Nevada. But we enjoy a phone call almost every night. When I lived in California I … Continue reading →
Sue and Carl met at their assisted living facility. Carl was taken immediately by Sue’s sweet personality and her sharp wit. He asked her on a date. “Thanks,” she said, “But my dating days are over.” “Well I’m not giving up that easily”, said Carl. “Where would we go?” … Continue reading →
I ran across this story that I wrote about my mother some years ago and I decided to share it with you since her birthday passed recently. She died in 2003 at the age of 89. Shortly afterwards my sister June gave me a copy of one of her … Continue reading →
I’ve been enjoying the waning days of summer as I gather with friends outdoors to sit and stroll in our lovely courtyard. Then suddenly everything went down. Someone hacked my website and all my email disappeared. Things are up and running again now after much help from my daughter. … Continue reading →
Thank you to all of you who prayed for my recovery from my small stroke and from bronchitis. They were a real setback for a few weeks but I’m almost clear now. God is gracious. I opened my book on gratitude today and appreciated every quotation: “A grateful heart … Continue reading →
I went to the Cincinnati Reds Baseball game a couple of weeks ago and ended up in the hospital for five days following a TIA (small stroke) just as we were settling into our seats. I’m fortunate to have avoided any major effects (thank God) and am now resting … Continue reading →
What a treat! My grandson and his wife created a spread to rival any restaurant. The food was delicious. But most of all was the love that went into each dish. You could taste it. This experience reminded me of Grandpa’s homemade bread when I was a child … Continue reading →