I am often envious of those whose friendships have endured since childhood, even high school. My brother is a prime example, as his circle of buddies has remained intact through the years. From the relationships he began in little league and junior golf to junior high and even as a high school transfer his group … Continue reading Blood Circle – A Tribute to My Best Friends
Mi Familia
MVP-Revisited
Today is my father's 82nd birthday. In honor of this great man, a re-posting of MVP from 2010. Happy birthday, dad. - Yesterday was my father's birthday. He turned 78. There is so much I can say about my dad, he has been the true constant in my life. Yes, he instilled my love of … Continue reading MVP-Revisited
O, Christmas Tree
Last year, my parents announced they would no longer be putting up a tree at Christmas. Both in their 80s, handing down the ornaments from the attic and dragging the tree from the basement had become too much. I was saddened by the news. Since I was a baby, there has been a Christmas tree … Continue reading O, Christmas Tree
A Grateful Heart
Thanksgiving 2014 is in the books, as they say. It was a quiet day, spent with my husband and parents. Call me crazy, but I somewhat missed having too many people in an already crowded and warm kitchen, precariously stacked dirty dishes, having to place dibs on one of the bathrooms, and the beautiful din … Continue reading A Grateful Heart
November 17
Today, she would've been 36 years old. I remember standing outside the hospital nursery, searching for my niece. Through the glass I could see her tiny red cheeks and black hair. So small, so precious, and yet, so daunting. I was twelve years old when she was born and I could only imagine her life … Continue reading November 17
Day #29 of Wild and Exciting Little Things: Sport Texting
My family loves sports. It's what we do, what we know, and what we love. My parents are big sports fans, so of course, my sister, brother and I continue to carry the torch. But, with my brother in Kansas City and my sister in Illinois, I miss watching games with them. Thank goodness for texting. I can watch a … Continue reading Day #29 of Wild and Exciting Little Things: Sport Texting
Day #27 of Wild and Exciting Little Things: Sopa de arroz
There is nothing more comforting than my mother's sopa de arroz (Mexican rice). No matter how I try, I am unable to replicate her recipe. I have a white notecard with her recipe scribbled in my handwriting. I wrote down the recipe after watching my mother cook a large saucepan of its fluffy deliciousness. It was difficult, as … Continue reading Day #27 of Wild and Exciting Little Things: Sopa de arroz
Day #11 of Wild and Exciting Little Things: Blink of an eye
We spent the day with our granddaughter at Botanica for their annual Bootanica event. A shy 22-month-old, she was slightly overwhelmed by all of the children and activities, but she soon forgot her apprehension when a squirrel darted across our pathway. Oh, and when she spotted the white beach balls painted to resemble eyeballs that … Continue reading Day #11 of Wild and Exciting Little Things: Blink of an eye
Day#8 of Wild and Exciting Little Things: Kids stuff
I love my niece. I love Monsters, Inc. I love Boo. My niece reminds me of Boo. This is what arrived in the mail, today. Her Boo birthday present. I love coming home to find a package waiting for me, even when it isn't for me. Actually, that's the best package. My niece makes me … Continue reading Day#8 of Wild and Exciting Little Things: Kids stuff
Day #7 of Wild and Exciting Little Things: The power of two arms
I struggled finding a little thing, today. Today was one of those days you imagine happens to other people. There is no other way to describe it other than tragic and oh, so sad. I almost didn't post. Even now, I feel guilty posting. But, I made a pledge to acknowledge the little things that … Continue reading Day #7 of Wild and Exciting Little Things: The power of two arms
Mermaid of the Plains 