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
