Tag Archives: life
A Little to the Right
I was sitting in the gazebo this morning, just taking in the fresh air. The birds were chirping and there was a muted din from the traffic. All of a sudden, my mind became clouded. Something was amiss in the … Continue reading
Back in the Gazebo
Well, Karen is back in the gazebo. I finally got around to moving her off the faux fireplace mantle and into the bright sunshine and fresh air. Actually, this year’s trip to the summer home was a little later than … Continue reading
Mothers and Other Musings
For Mother’s Day I intended on posting a homily I gave a few years back. Instead, I spent the day flat on my back trying to get some relief from sciatic pain. As I’ve nursed myself back — holistically and … Continue reading
Not So Empty Nest
Empty nest. Don’t think I’m going to experience that too soon. As you know, my son, his wife, their three children and their menagerie — two dogs, an outside cat and guinea pig — moved in with me. It’s been … Continue reading
Remember When
I was sitting in my recliner checking my e-mail and surfing Facebook this morning listening to some Malt Shop Oldies when my granddaughter came in and asked if she could play a game. Of course I said yes, and while … Continue reading
Closet Extrovert
I had lunch the other day with a production manager, sales rep and another publisher. It was a great lunch with good conversation. The production manager made a comment that sort of caught me off guard. He said, “I knew … Continue reading
I’ve Got You Under My Skin
As I was driving yesterday, I heard a familiar tune. I think this version was by James Darren, but the one I remember vividly is the Four Seasons’ rendition of I’ve Got You Under My Skin, a Cole Porter song … Continue reading
Rockin’ Robin
I saw my first robin yesterday. I was on a back road and the plump little red breast started flying out of a field toward my car. I figured he/she would veer away, but no, he/she veered straight for my … Continue reading
More Babies
As promised, another grandchild joined the human race rank and file this afternoon (March 18), just the latest of God’s gift of promise to us. Welcome to the world Colin Joseph Biery, my newest grandson. God shared him with us … Continue reading
Confession
I confess. This generally jolly old man is not so jolly these days. In fact, he is walking through the days with a black cloud over his head. I really don’t know why, but I have been in a funk … Continue reading
The Light 