So far this month, I’ve called a plumber, Roto Rooter, and an air conditioner man. I’ve learned not to ask, “What next?” I’m just grateful that, for the moment at least, everything seems to be fixed. That’s not to say no other chores await me because they do. Painting, fixing this, replacing that, all need […]
Jul 7, 2014
Celebrate the Simple
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In the rush of everyday living, I wonder how many times I passed by a really wonderful moment, without even a glance in its direction. When I taught school, most days were spent in hurrying; I had to get to school by a set time, the day was segmented into areas of learning; one thing […]
Jul 6, 2014
Good Morning, Mr. Gray
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I have a feeling I’m being watched. Probably, because I am. He lies silently atop the mailbox posts, keeping both green eyes on the front room window. When he sees the curtains move, that is his signal to approach. Trotting softly to the porch on padded feet, he looks hopefully at the door as I […]
Jul 5, 2014
Fireworks!
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Sitting at the park last night with my family, I thought of how blessed I am to live here, in this town, in the United States of America. It was a perfect night, clear and cool, chilly, in fact. I wished I had brought a jacket. Fireworks were going off all around us, but we were […]
Jul 3, 2014
In Fran’s House
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Yesterday was the day of Fran’s monthly luncheon. It is always a pleasure and a privilege to attend. This dear lady is gifted with hospitality and, I believe, is being used by the Lord to reach out to other women. She is generous with her time, food, and home. Her yard, front and black, blooms with […]
Jul 2, 2014
Freedom
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As Independence Day nears, I’m thinking about the word, freedom, and what it means to me. This is only what it means to me, mind you. I don’t know what it means to you or if you have thought about it. I think about those brave souls who sailed in a frail boat across the […]
