My couch is old and showing wear The foot rest even sports a tear There are obvious stains from years of kids Babies spilling cups sans lids It’s not so comfy nowadays The stuffing has seen better days Still there’s something about this old green seat Where family gathered and friends would meet The memories […]
[Continue reading...]Work instead of whine
November 5, 2013 2 Comments
The wind is strong and fierce today, whipping noisily through the trees It blows through my open window; sends papers sailing on a breeze Birds are singing heartily as they hunt and perch and play And I’m stuck at my computer as I work the day away What is it about this windy day […]
[Continue reading...]Peeling trees
November 4, 2013 7 Comments
My younger brother and sister bounded into the yellow house, excitement on their faces, along with dirt from their long day at play. My sister, with the bulk of her auburn curls trapped in pigtails fastened with yarn and sporting a splash of cinnamon freckles across her nose, was the first to speak. “Oh, Granny, […]
[Continue reading...]Thankfulness in forward motion
November 3, 2013 Leave a Comment
On this third day of November, I have already noticed all of the “what I’m thankful for” posts on Facebook. I surmise that because November is the month of Thanksgiving, we are reminded of all the things that we sometimes take for granted. It’s encouraging and uplifting to see so many people thoughtfully posting their […]
[Continue reading...]Daily Prompt: Conflicted
November 2, 2013 Leave a Comment
Conflicting emotions wrestle inside How much do I show? How much do I hide? The decision is mine over what to convey. Can I trust my own voice with what I must say? Do I hold back the tears? Do I keep them at bay? Or, are they part of the truth? Let them flow, […]
[Continue reading...]Weekly Photo Challenge: Eerie
November 2, 2013 Leave a Comment
This week’s photo challenge was to depict something that evoked “eerie”. I think the three photos in this slideshow are equally eerie.
[Continue reading...]Weekly Photo Challenge: Horizon
October 25, 2013 6 Comments
The Weekly Photo Challenge said, “In a new post specifically for this challenge, share a photo which means HORIZON to you!” I love to watch the sunset and the one from my little corner of the world was gorgeous once again!
[Continue reading...]Thinking and thanking
October 21, 2013 Leave a Comment
The smell of bacon permeates my kitchen as it pops and splatters noisily in the pan. Tonight is one of those “force yourself to put one foot in front of the other; just hurry up and get it all done so you can relax” kind of nights Tonight I find myself lamenting the fact that […]
[Continue reading...]Not my usual Friday
October 18, 2013 3 Comments
Today dawned cool and quiet (well cool for SW FL) and after coffee, prayer and devotions, I was ready for whatever came my way. My eldest called and we chatted about her family’s healthy eating and her participation in the Spartan Race tomorrow. She is one of those Crossfit crazed people, but whatever keeps her […]
[Continue reading...]Weekly Photo Challenge: The Hue of You
October 18, 2013 38 Comments
The challenge this week was: IN A NEW POST CREATED SPECIFICALLY FOR THIS CHALLENGE, SHARE A PHOTO INCLUDING THE HUE(S) OF YOU! I’ve always loved earth tones, so for this season, and this particular time in my life, those are the colors that are grabbing my attention and making me want to surround myself with […]
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Long walks and dark chocolate 