I am of the opinion that Father's Day is for everyone. Granted, it is especially for dads, granddads, stepdads, and those who otherwise fill the role of "dad." But we ALL, men and women, have had a father. Whatever our relationship status, our ... Continue reading
Bread & Flower; a Good Neighbor Story
Two neighbor ladies stopped at my house around 8:30 the other evening. "You probably know why we are here!" When they were young girls they would ask mom for a few blooms from her peonies. Mom always enjoyed sharing with them. In the ... Continue reading
This is the Time to Anticipate
My personality temperament leans towards melancholy. (Some might say I'm planted right in the middle of melancholy! :-) ) That means I have artistic gifts. It also means I am introspective to a fault and find it easier to see the shadows than the ... Continue reading
A Few Square Feet; the Longing for Home
I've thrown together a few sentences to share. These thoughts really should be developed more, but for now... 1,200 square feet. That's the size of my house, give or take a few feet. These floors, walls, and ceilings, doors and windows, hold ... Continue reading
What I Found, When I Looked Past the Giant
An Hour or So, in the Life of a Writer Some of my writing makes me feel especially vulnerable. A battle then ensues as to whether or not I actually share what I've written. I invite you to walk with me through one such battle .... 4:43 AM. Wide ... Continue reading
Speaking with the Voice of Creativity
A friend asked me to play piano for the communion portion of the worship service. He would be on guitar. Normally I'm at the electric keyboard filling in with background tones for our praise band. And I enjoy doing that. But there is something ... Continue reading