Tag Archives: love

Mind of a Cow

I was engaged in a rite of spring/summer the other day … construction. As I sat there, I noticed the driver in front of me tapping his steering wheel impatiently and a car barreling from behind before coming to a … Continue reading

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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

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Wednesday Writing XVII

Well, it’s Wednesday so it’s time to add to our collaborative community story. We’re following a flashback of our main character, Samantha. The story thus far is on the blog under “Story.” Here’s where we left off. To think, we … Continue reading

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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

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