The title of this column is actually a quote by Loren Eiseley. In fact, I used to own a T-shirt with this quote on it. It’s always been an amazing medium to me, that’s for sure. For there is nothing that can create magic quite as easily as water. I always feel better in or... Continue Reading →
Simple act, paid forward, has exponential results
Last week as I was walking to work, noticing little things along the way as I always do, I spotted something quite different. As I passed a home in mid-block where I had crossed the street – yes I am a chronic jay-walker, rebel that I am – I noticed that someone, I assume a... Continue Reading →
Reflections on Daughters, Moms, Grandmothers and Mother’s Day
Mother’s Day has come and gone. What to say about such a holiday, a single day to honor something that encompasses so very much? Motherhood is a really big deal, and after having been a daughter, a mother and now a grandmother, I have a lot of perspective ... and yet all I really know... Continue Reading →
My Newest, Bestest Friend
As some of you may remember, my wonderful girl Ms. K, who had been with me for over seven years, passed away the week before Thanksgiving 2019. After a month of giving my grief the proper space to process, I began looking for a new companion. Mr. Tee had an adorable photo and profile, and... Continue Reading →
The Deep Dark Christmas Secret We All Share
This is a repost of a previously posted story. My friend Bev reminded me earlier this week that it would be a good idea to share it again. Merry Christmas and good tidings to all who read it, whether you celebrate Christmas or another wonderful holiday at this time of year. Hey, you know what?... Continue Reading →
The Story of Miss K, a Girl’s Best Friend
Author's Note: I had to let my dear sweet dog go last week, and adjusting to life without her has been painful and difficult. Here's a story I wrote about her a few years ago. Whether or not you have a dog in your life that you love dearly, I hope you enjoy it. -... Continue Reading →
A Story of Three Battles
So some of you have noticed, it's been awhile since I've posted. It's been a very rough couple of months for me, and I'm still reeling from it. Sometime midsummer I caught one of those summer colds that everyone dreads. Only it wasn't a cold. It evolved into bronchitis and the doc ended up giving... Continue Reading →
Check Your Bags
Have you been keeping score lately? Chances are you probably have. You've probably been keeping score for a really long time, and it's not for a game that's played with a ball. It's the kind of game that's played with the mind. It's the kind of game that's played in a relationship. Just about every... Continue Reading →
This Mother’s Day, Just Leave Mom the Hell Alone
What... A little too blunt? A little too honest? Are we still not ready to take Mom off the pedestal and just let her have one damn day to herself? Because here's a dirty little secret... it's what she really wants. Think about it for a minute. Mom is always there for us. Mom is the... Continue Reading →
Single & Looking? Online Dating May Not Be The Answer
I’ve been loath to write about this subject for a long time, but the time has come. I’m going to come clean and actually admit that I’ve been on an online dating site (or four), and tell you exactly what I think about them. I don't recommend it, it's not pretty. But if you're determined... Continue Reading →