The day Grandpa Ennis came to live with my family was one of the happiest days of my young life. My grandmothers and Grandpa O’Connor had all gone home to God long before I was born so the only grandparent … Continue reading →
I backed out of my parking place in front of the local supermarket and pulled up to the stop sign, aware that the main exit lane had the right of way and also conscious of the incoming cars from Main … Continue reading →
Recently one of my granddaughters suggested in her daily blog that readers pick something small and special they absolutely HAVE to have and then indulge themselves by purchasing more than enough as a way to soothe and comfort themselves and … Continue reading →
As we get older we often cling to familiar patterns, ways of being with people and beliefs we’ve stood by for years. They’re comfortable so why question or change them? A friend said recently that his neighbor Greg is: “Darn near … Continue reading →
Parents and grandparents know that kids need a ‘time out’ now and again–especially when things seem out of control. Johnny won’t stop teasing Sally or Sally won’t give up chasing the dog or whatever comes about that feels overwhelming. I … Continue reading →
One of my friends shared an incident in her life that was scary and deeply troubling. She was at a loss as to what to do. Some time later she realized that what had been a near tragedy turned into … Continue reading →
My friend and I went browsing over the weekend. I spotted this journal in a cute little shop and the title caught my eye. What a thought! Life beginning at the end of my comfort zone. Really? That’s kind … Continue reading →
A few days ago I boiled some eggs–medium hard. I love having a few on hand each week for breakfast or for a snack. Then I opened a container of cut-up peaches, took out some greens and fresh blueberries, plopped … Continue reading →
Thank you for the gift of graceful palm trees, dear Lord. I’m tickled at how easy it is to think of you when I see these stately specimen. They reflect your power and how it cannot be swayed by the … Continue reading →
Hi everyone. Today is my 81st birthday–what? How can it be? So I am taking the day off. I’ll be back next Monday. Enjoy your day, as I’m going to enjoy mine.
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