As I went for a walk last week my mother’s beautiful face over the years kept coming to mind. She died in 2003 so it’s been a long time since we were together in person. She had dementia in her final years, lost to me even before her death. … Continue reading →
Oh no! Wide awake again. Time to visit the bathroom, drink some water, and put on my night mask so I can get back to sleep. But it doesn’t always work. My mind ruminates, going over ‘stuff,’ some recent and some ancient. Why do I remember things so easily … Continue reading →
A friend recently shared that she has enjoyed spending time at home during the pandemic. It has not been as difficult as she thought it might be. I nodded in agreement. I love living alone, and the extended time this past year has helped me get to know myself … Continue reading →
These days I’m reading more than ever, watching news on tv, listening to radio broadcasts and talking with various people, including friends and family. What strikes me more than anything is the ‘my way or the highway’ approach on the part of some leaders and writers in various camps. … Continue reading →
It’s raining, it’s pouring! We need the rain but it keeps me indoors. Too blustery and cold and shivery to leave home today–all week, actually. But as I gaze out the window I realize every drop is a blessing so I will enjoy the storm and focus on some … Continue reading →
Every morning I look forward to my cup of tea: green tea, lemon-ginger, apple, or chamomile, whatever suits my mood. The hot liquid soothes my soul, warms my body, and urges me to sit and sip and pray and think. It’s a ‘me time.’ And I so look forward … Continue reading →
A few days ago an old friend from San Diego contacted me unexpectedly. We hadn’t been in touch for fifteen years at least. During that time her kids grew up, she and her husband prepared for grandparenthood, and mutual friends had died. So many memories surfaced. It was such a … Continue reading →
Rejoice in the Lord always. I will say it again: Rejoice! 5 Let your gentleness be evident to all. The Lord is near. 6 Do not be anxious about anything, but in every situation, by prayer and petition, with thanksgiving, present your requests to God.7 And the peace of God, which transcends … Continue reading →
Good question! I’m learning as I grow older that what I see depends on what I’m looking for. Am I looking for something to complain about? If so, then even a sunny day will appear cloudy to me. Am I judging another person for behavior I don’t approve of? … Continue reading →
The week before Christmas while I had extra time on my hands, I went through all of my closets, cabinets, and dresser drawers, purging each one of ‘stuff’ I neither wanted nor needed any longer. I thought about how these items might be useful to other people. Some of … Continue reading →