One year ago this week Husband and I arrived at our oldest daughter’s house after a cross-continental drive ahead of and detouring around a blizzard. We had sold our comfy home and were embarking on the adventure of building our own house close to family. That is, Husband would build us a house. I’ve never…
Just for Fun Watercolors and Calligraphy
This post is a just for fun one to give you ideas for doing a craft with a child, teen or friend in your life. Sometimes all we need is a good idea to give us the push to make a happy memory together with someone you love. The added benefit is that the end…
Things We Can’t See
Disclaimer: I don’t want to be a drama queen and make such a big deal of a small thing. My difficulty with claustrophobia in MRI machines is minor compared to the suffering of so many others who are in intense physical and emotional pain. I share this blog only because I hope the lessons…
Eat Your Veggies!
Husband: “What is this green slime you’ve hidden under my food?” Me: “Wrong. Correct question is, ‘What is this finely chopped dark green leafy vegetable you have lovingly prepared for my nutrition?’ He: “See, you knew exactly what I was talking about when I said green slime.” Me: “Eat it. It’s good for you.” He: …
Sparrows
“Yuck! This is such a mess. Cleaning up sheetrock dust is like herding cats. Every time I sweep, half the dust jumps into the air, another quarter stays on the floor or in the broom while only a quarter actually gets into the dustpan. No matter how many times I sweep, there is still dust. …
Giving the Gift of Encouragement
Husband returns from the mailbox. “Lisa sent you something,” he says, handing me a pretty colored padded envelope. I drop everything. My friend sent me a package?! Why would she send me something? I feel like a child eagerly opening a present. A card inside reads, “I am thinking of you today with love.” It’s…