Why is it we believe that if we plan things, they will turn out perfectly? Or at least according to our plan? I do this all the time. And then get disappointed when my day doesn't go as planned, when my best laid plans take a 126 degree detour, when interruptions riddle my day until it looks like ... Read More
Things to Remember
Mary and Christmas
Christmas gets closer and I think of Mary. The Mother of Jesus. When the angel appeared to Mary, did she have any idea as to what she was promising to do? Did she know she that as a pregnant unwed girl the town would talk about her? Judge her? Did she realize that people would not understand ... Read More
Life as it Comes #26 | Trying Not to Laugh when Pretending to Sleep
Sometimes by late afternoon I am tired. My eyelids are having trouble staying pert and unfurled. My attention is wandering. And I feel I could topple over into a deep sleep if I relaxed or sat down for more than 3 seconds. But sometimes when you need a nap, events conspire against ... Read More
The Latest News From Here
Some news from my corner of the state: My Biggest Blunder: (or foot in mouth) Two ladies and I were chatting. Along came the topic of looks and aging and being shocked when looking into the mirror. Friend A: “My husband says I am beautiful, even with my defects.” Me: “Of course he ... Read More
Life as it Comes #25 | Turkey Day
Thanksgiving is one of my favorite times of year. A large or small gathering centered around great food. Turkey, cranberries, and pies. Especially the pies. A day to laugh, fellowship, watch football, and share gratitude. A day of leftovers and then more quality leftovers. Happy ... Read More
Isn’t It Wonderful?
Isn’t it wonderful how cozy and smooth a freshly made bed feels? Isn’t it wonderful how the right shoes can change an outfit? Isn’t it wonderful how little we really need? Isn’t it wonderful that each day is a fresh and new start? Isn’t it wonderful how your heart still jumps ... Read More
Life as it Comes #24 | Socks and the Myriad of Possibilities
When my husband finds a hole in the toe of his black dress sock, he just doesn't seem to appreciate the numerous possibilities I come up with to reuse and recycle his sock. Now granted, not every idea that pops up in my womanly brain is a keeper, But out of a jumble of prolific ideas there most ... Read More
When Self-Expectations and Reality Collide
I like to get together with friends and talk. Talk. Gab. Share. Commiserate. Encourage. Talk. Then talk some more. Maybe because I talked very little until my twenties and I am making up for lost words. Lost time. Or maybe I just have a lot more to say now. Bottom line: a good gab fest with ... Read More
