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 →
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 →
Loss of Parents Still Tough
It's been five years since my father’s death, and I miss him. It’s funny how you miss someone more once you know they’re gone from this earth, and not just living in another place where you don’t see them often. Maybe “more” isn’t the right word. Maybe I miss him in a different way now.... Continue Reading →
What Would Dogs Say If They Could Talk?
Morning’s the time when my mind likes to play. Not sure what it is about washing my face and brushing my teeth that is zen-like, but many times this is where I get my best ideas. This is why I’m never far from paper and pen. When those ideas start flowing, they come so fast... Continue Reading →
Love & Relationships: A Many Questioned Thing
Have you ever just tried and tried (and tried) to figure out what some people want out of a relationship, but no matter what you say or do, it’s always the wrong thing? Well, what’s up with that? We all have some trying relationships in our life, and some we can walk away from, some... Continue Reading →