A favorite family memory of ours (besides the sock story) that gets retold over and over happened on a Sunday late in spring when Mom
Tag: Growing up
V-A-M-P – Vamp!
When I was around the tender age of nine, the Sonny and Cher show aired. It was the early 1970s, and my parents thought
Unusual Disciplinary Tactic – Thanks, Dad
“I’m not doing the dishes. It’s not my turn!” Sean’s voice was louder than he intended, but he was serious. “Dad said you were supposed
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,
Mercy
“Blessed are the merciful, for they shall receive mercy.” …Matthew 5:7 The hardest personal decision to make is forgiving someone for hurting us, either physically,
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
Kapers, Knots, and Knights In Shining Armor
When my daughter was growing up, we were active in a girl’s organization. As leader of our small troop, focus was on teaching the girls
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
A Flare – Rheumatoid Style
It’s amazing when a therapy works–when all the meds line up perfectly and a rheumatoid arthritis patient can feel almost fabulous, full of energy, and
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
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