I think of life as a good book. The further you get into it, the more it begins to make sense. – Harold Kushner I read this and thought, “Wow, isn’t that the truth?” And then, as is often the case, my mind couldn’t leave it at that and I began to wonder, “What kind … Continue reading
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Thanksgiving Day Table
Each year as Thanksgiving Day rolls around, I spend some time thinking about how I will want the dinner table to look. I enjoy having the chance to treat my family with party favors and special decorations. After all, I am thankful to have them gathered around me, and this is my way of showing … Continue reading
Thanksgiving: Words to Live By
No longer forward nor behind, I look in hope or fear; But, grateful, take the good I find, The best of now and here. – John Greenleaf Whittier (1807-1892), from My Psalm As Thanksgiving Day nears, I like to look for poems and quotations expressing thoughts on gratitude. They remind me to take stock of … Continue reading
There Is Nothing Better Than A Friend
There is nothing better than a friend, Unless it is a friend with Chocolate. …Or chocolate milk or brownies or anything chocolate-y, for that matter. Chocolate is a true mood-elevator and instant happiness-bringer. Now it’s you’re turn…how would YOU finish the quote? “There is nothing better than a friend, unless it is a friend … Continue reading
Robocall Mania
This has been the day of non- stop, one-way communication. I’m talking about the endless robocalls that came throughout Election Day Eve. Republicans, Democrats, celebrities – you name it – they all reached out to persuade and influence. The phone rang so often, we stopped getting up to check the caller ID. Now, anyone who … Continue reading
Halloween Is The Perfect Time For…
…Picking your own pumpkin from the pumpkin patch, which isn’t so easy when you’re only six months old. So many interesting shapes and sizes to choose from…which one will wear the face of a jack-o-lantern? And when will the Great Pumpkin arrive? …Funny hats and little black cats who come for a visit and perhaps … Continue reading
Happy Birthday, Gabrielle Marie!
Happy Birthday to my reluctant birthday girl! Born twenty-three years ago on October 16, my daughter Gabrielle is the light of my life. Best friend who can follow my thoughts and finish my sentences, Gab is my Korean drama companion and fellow coffee fiend. She has (at times) a naughty sense of humor, a quick … Continue reading
The Night Sky: A Canvas For Our Imagination
“I like the night. Without the dark, we’d never see the stars.” ~ Stephenie Meyer, Author of the Twilight series I like the night, too. And I like this quote because it conjures up so many ideas about night for me. At its surface, I am reminded of the wonder and joy I feel when … Continue reading
Blue
…not as in “I’m feeling blue”, more like in azure, sapphire, and cerulean. Think: sky, gemstones, paints. Blue. If I had to describe Lake Tahoe (California/Nevada) it would be blue. The most noticeable aspect of this incredible glacier-formed lake is its striking, remarkable color . So clear, Lake Tahoe reflects the sky. And in a locale … Continue reading
#Indivisible
If there is light in the soul, there will be beauty in the person. If there is beauty in the person, there will be harmony in the house. If there is harmony in the house, there will be order in the nation. If there is order in the nation, there will be peace in the … Continue reading
Simple Pleasures 