There’s an old song that goes something like this, “When the storms of life are raging, stand by me.” Seems to me that Tennessee Ernie Ford sang that song. The words refer to the emotional, spiritual storms that we all encounter but could also be applied to the violent weather that devastates areas of our […]
Nov 9, 2013
Imagination
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The Old Tire Horse The old tire swing that resembles a horse Hangs under the back maple tree. The children no longer climb onto his back And he looks a bit lonely to me. At one time my girl rode into the wind On make-believe trips through the town. She needed a boost to get […]
Nov 7, 2013
Christmas in November
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Yesterday I attended Fran’s monthly luncheon. It is always a warm, happy time of friends getting together but yesterday was even more special. Norma came from Tahlequah and went with me. So Norma, Jane, Peg, and I motored over to Fran’s together, visiting with each other (actually, chattering away like girls) all the way there […]
Nov 6, 2013
A Perfect Day
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As I look out, this morning, at colorful, soggy leaves scattered across the wet lawn, I think what a beautiful season autumn is. This may be my favorite time of year, nature tucking in God’s creation for the sleep of winter. Each season has its purpose; there is a time for everything, King Solomon said, […]
Sep 27, 2013
Critique, Coffee, and Chums
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“Chums” is an old-fashioned word I don’t hear much any more. I’ve heard my mom talk about her school chums. Anyway, it means “friends” and Wednesday at 1:00, six of us chums were sitting around the dining table amid much laughter and talking. This is a neat group, serious about offering helpful suggestions but always […]
Aug 12, 2013
A Cup of Coffee, a Good Book..
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My family frequents the library. So do I. Libraries have always been one of my favorite places because so many of my friends live there–books!! On another website, a writer and I chatted about libraries. She said she feels very comfortable in a library. So do I. There I can meet with Jim Qilleran (Lilian […]
