Spring is here. Women's History Month is over. And, today, the last day of March, marks my first post of the month. I had this mostly written several weeks ago, but had to step out of writing to navigate a family crisis. I bring this up only because it's relevant to this "homemaking" post and … Continue reading Collaborative Homemaking
Words
Vocabulary worth exploring.
For the Love of 14 Words
As we find ourselves facing yet another new month, I thought I’d end February’s cupidly month by focusing on some of the words I have fallen in love with over my years as a writer. Ambivert. Both an introvert and an extravert. This is me. I value time with people and time with myself. I … Continue reading For the Love of 14 Words
To Love or To Leave?
I left off with my last vlog sharing about Patrick’s and my divorce and reconciliation. Today, I explore the question, “To love or to leave?” Disclaimer Before I begin, here’s a little disclaimer. I am not a counselor or whomever society needs for credible advice. In fact, my words are not meant to counsel at … Continue reading To Love or To Leave?
In the Darkness of Grief
a·men /äˈmen, āˈmen/ A concluding word or as a response to a prayer. Also used colloquially to express strong agreement. It is true. And let it be so. With a pandemic claiming lives from the unsuspecting, I think now is an appropriate time, during this holiday season, to talk about grief. I learned much about this unwelcome … Continue reading In the Darkness of Grief
I’m Just a Somebody!
Photo by Jackson David on Unsplash
Falling in Love While Farming
September Contemplation: Well, Hello FallMonthly Post #5: Falling In Love While Farming As I reflect on yet another month that has too quickly come and gone, I savor my September experiences that have helped me to fall up. One deeply profound exploit has been shadowing farmers in preparation of writing a series of stories leading … Continue reading Falling in Love While Farming
Transitioning into Falling Up
September Contemplation: Well, Hello FallMonthly Post #4: Transitioning into Falling Up Finally, it’s fall. Floridians know why I say finally. Even though we don’t get changing colors and cooler weather in September, fall marks a transition into eventual cooler weather and a nearing end to hurricane season. We know it’s fall only by the calendar date … Continue reading Transitioning into Falling Up
Writing Happens in our Real and Rancid Hallelujahs!
Just another day of writing in the Hallelujahs of life.
Reconciling Left and Right, Right and Wrong
Photo by Cathal Mac an Bheatha on Unsplash Proverbs 16:31 says, “Gray hair is a crown of glory…” When I read that verse, I smile in my silver-haired season. It is biblical. My crown of glory. But then Solomon, son of David, King of Israel, continues, “…it is attained along the path of righteousness.” Seriously? I can’t just … Continue reading Reconciling Left and Right, Right and Wrong
Coddiwomple
(verb) to travel in a purposeful manner towards a vague destination photo by Element5 Digital. Unsplash. A friend sent me this word last week, a word she had stumbled upon quite serendipitiously. We are preparing for a short road trip, both of us knowing, yet not knowing, where and how we will be traveling, just … Continue reading Coddiwomple