We usually go to my family’s farm for a huge two-family Thanksgiving pot luck. These two families have been celebrating Thanksgiving together for over 100 years. It’s canceled this year, for the first time since the first joint celebration. ThisContinue reading… Thanksgiving
Category: Life
When all isn’t merry and bright
It’s hard to be cheerful when your eyes are stinging from held back tears. To smile when your heart is hurting. To laugh and sing when you just want to curl up into a ball and sleep. This year, myContinue reading… When all isn’t merry and bright
The Thief of Minds
My mother-in-law, Anna, died near the end of October three years ago. She was a sweet, feisty, independent lady who rarely sat still. She was always moving, always doing. Alzheimer’s stole my mother-in-law from our family. People can call itContinue reading… The Thief of Minds
Christmas Healing
I readily admit that I am a romantic. I believe that Christmas is one of the most beautiful and most romantic times of the year. Lush decorations set the scene, good will flows like water, folks are full of goodContinue reading… Christmas Healing
Me Too
For the last several days, women all over the United States have posted a simple message on social media: Me too. Some added their experience; others talked about the importance of supporting those who have been sexually assaulted or sexuallyContinue reading… Me Too
Carving out writing time
Summer is a challenging time for me to write. With so many family members and friends going on vacation, wanting to get out on the lake or head to the beach, and just wanting to get together, I’m frequently rearrangingContinue reading… Carving out writing time
Unhappy Valentines Day
As Valentine’s Day approaches, I’m reminded that there are many people who don’t have a Valentine but want one. I remember those days. They sucked. So what can I do to help those of you who dread Valentine’s Day withoutContinue reading… Unhappy Valentines Day