I had two Thanksgiving meals this week and my daughter, when I spoke to her via phone, stated, “Isn’t it a little early?” I suppose that yes, it’s early to be celebrating Thanksgiving, but it’s November so why not? Thanksgiving is quite possibly my favorite holiday. Because of a few reasons. Mainly because it encompasses … More mac & cheese
A man came to my house today to look at a broken window. The plan is he will get back to me after the holidays about fixing it. It’s cracked. In need of repair. A small window. I am reminded, inside my head, of small windows. As in time. My daughter is currently home. As … More windows
I have many thoughts circulating through my mind as I begin writing this. As I often do… Anyway, please do not allow yourself to become agitated by the term “xmas”. By using it in the title of this entry, I am not meaning to remove “Christ” from Christmas. Because let’s be real….Christmas is the celebration … More happy xmas
I’m thankful for them, yet I hate to be a worry. This week at least two friends have asked if I am okay. They were legitimately concerned. Which means I am showing the outward signs of not being so. Here’s the thing……. I am fairly decent at hiding the down and outs of everyday life. … More hate to be
A woman arrested. I saw the officers walk her out of the house. Four police cars out front. They escorted her to the police van. Which was in addition to the cruisers. My mind went inside the house. Does she have children? Did they see the arrest? What was her crime? Drugs? I witnessed it while running. … More blue
November. The month when we list out what we’re thankful for. I taught a children’s lesson recently. Since it’s the month in which we celebrate Thanksgiving, why not utilize the obvious theme of gratitude? Yes, that’s the topic I chose. Have you ever asked a group of kids, ages varying from 4 years old to sixth … More unlikely
I have been a bit iffy regarding this holiday season. As 2014 wraps up, I long for the day I can start a brand new year. This year, well this year has not been a good one. Yet as it comes to a close, December has brought to mind positive things. I’d say it’s the … More makin’ it through december
Happy last Friday of 2013! I’ve decided to dedicate this entry to the {update}. I think most of us receive them this time of year. The family update letters from people we’ve known through the years. Some are relatives. Some are friends we met when we lived in other states. Some are people we see … More Flapjack Friday Faves [12.27]
Lonely. Icy. Gray. It’s not yet Winter. The season changes officially on December 21. Yet it’s cold, literally below freezing outside my home. So, it might as well be. I’m not sure exactly why, but Winter disheartens me. I’m a bit afraid of it. It’s unpredictable. It’s dark more than it’s light. It brings the … More not yet winter
Upon a Sunny Day 