Mar 19, 20202 minThe Ties That BindI grew up thinking our family was normal. We loved each other even if we fought every day. We had family mealtimes daily. We went to...
Mar 18, 20203 minEnjoying the Extended Spring BreakWe've had family rolling in yesterday and today for the funeral; some have to stay home for sickness. One of my sisters came all by...
Mar 17, 20202 minHe Hath Borne Our GriefsWhen I'm not sure what to do or what to think, I clean. There's something about a mundane task like dishes that helps me sort through...
Mar 16, 20202 minDeath Brings Lasts and FirstsThe last of something often sneaks up and catches us from behind when we're not looking. My younger brother died this morning. While he...
Mar 13, 20202 minFear Sells Toilet Paper, But My House Smells Lemony-FreshI'm weary of hearing about the corona virus at every turn, just as I was weary of all the hype about Russian collusion and the Ukrainian...
Mar 11, 20201 minChoir and Being Present"I may be facing the impossible; I may be chasing after miracles..." That song is running in my head after a fun, FUN evening of singing...
Mar 10, 20201 minCounting My Blessings, Not ComplaintsWe're all loving Daylight Savings Time here. The kids have adjusted perfectly. They hop into bed willingly at 8:30. They fall right to...
Mar 9, 20202 minTime Doesn't Care About Daylight SavingsDaylight savings time. Daylight fake time. All Spring, Summer, and early Fall, I mentally adjust the time to real time anyway. It's...