The song from a Broadway musical, SOMEWHERE OUT THERE, holds a special memory for me and my family. Anyone who has seen the play knows the scene when the song is sung-- and the huge, dark, starry sky appears on the stage. Thus my story… … [Read more...]
Living, Loving and Losing a Dog
As I write this many friends and family have lost pets this year... unreal. We all know the loss... maybe in appropriate to say, but the pain is close to losing a human being. Maybe because our pets are really extended people in our life journey. … [Read more...]
Time for Retirement
As I carried it down the driveway, thoughts raced through my head. I placed the stiff legs upright next to the green garbage can. I smoothed the tattered, burned cover, tucking a loose string into a crevice. I patted the still surface quietly thanking this household appliance for all its service … [Read more...]
What to Take!
In the wake of Hurricane Matthew, I wrote about the many decisions that we face upon evacuation. I hope you find a hint of sadness, humor and optimism realizing that all of the “stuff” of life means nothing compared to being safe! My family and I are survivors of Hurricane Matthew. I mean … [Read more...]
The Second Chance
The joy of a new love, a new family and creating a new marriage are encapsulated in this story. In this busy era we live in, finding love is still an intoxicating experience that is shared by two people.... … [Read more...]