Time is one thing that keeps moving despite natural disasters, economic hardships, or simply wishing it to slow down. It is unstoppable. The seconds, minutes,
Tag: Family
STUFF – Letting Go
My husband and I are downsizing. In fact, we are getting rid of EVERYTHING. We are finally realizing our two-year plan to start living in
In Remembrance
I’ve been spending a lot of time with dead ancestors lately–all of those relatives who have passed a long, long time ago, but still have
Pink Peonies – Short Story Fiction
Annie Patterson, adorned with knit hat, work gloves, winter coat, and garden rake, walked from the back of the house to her sprawling front lawn.
Opinions – Everyone Has One
My great-grandmother had a mantra that she followed unwaveringly, “It is in poor taste to express an opinion about politics or religion unless asked.” However,
Love – The Magic of the Love List
My husband and I celebrated our sixth anniversary this past January. I think with age, learning from past mistakes, and knowing the importance of communication
It’s Their Journey
I was talking to a dear friend recently and we had a discussion about our young adult children in their early 20s. One is overseas
Imaginary Friends
My daughter keeps me on my toes all the time, but there was a time between the ages of three to five when I had to
Home
Home: 1. a house, apartment, or other shelter that is the usual residence of a person, family, or household. 2. the place in which one’s domestic affections are
Grandma Fail – Ooops
“Look, Mom! Isn’t she beautiful? I’m naming her Luisa Dawn.” My daughter, Emily, was holding her newborn for the very first time. “Luisa is a
Cracks, The Beauty In Us All
“Cracks make a person beautiful. Don’t waste time trying to fill them in, smooth them out, or pretend they aren’t there. Everyone around can see
Big, Beautiful, Bodacious Bullmastiff
Lexie is THE dog. All 110 pounds of her—from her humongous paws to her wrinkly droopy dog lips, she is absolutely nothing but pure loyal,
The Annoyance Button – Who Pushes Yours?
Usually, I’m a patient person. But, there are certain people who annoy me more than a little. The good thing is that I have honed
Blogging From A-Z Challenge-Theme Reveal
Evidently April is a big blogging month. Bloggers from all over will be posting a blog a day (except for Sundays) during the month of
Rest In Peace, Harper Lee
Rest in peace, Harper. Thank you for giving us Scout, Calpurnia, Atticus, Jem, and Boo Radley and the lessons they taught us. I’m so thankful