Monthly Archives: April 2012

Same Rose, New Day

Posted on April 28, 2012 by

Nothing like a little rest and the prospects of a brand new day to lift the spirits! Reminds me of a story. My husband and I lived in Hong Kong for a short while. I was working there for a … Continue reading →

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Calgon, Take Me Away!

Posted on April 26, 2012 by

I’ll leave it to the 60-Somethings to enjoy the Calgon line! It’s been one of those days. Let’s all take a deep breath! Goodnight all!

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Embrace the Plateau

Posted on April 26, 2012 by

Photo by Gail Bimber My husband is doing a little better! Hospice has put him on some very strong medications which have resulted in reduced pain, an improved appetite (rather odd craving for popsicles), and improved energy. When you are … Continue reading →

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Cream Until Fluffy

Posted on April 25, 2012 by

A relatively new friend emailed me yesterday, and said that one of my posts reminded her of a wonderful old friend, the memories they had made together, and that she had lost touch with her over the years. Here is … Continue reading →

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For Better or Worse, Richer or Poorer, in Sickness…

Posted on April 25, 2012 by

My great-grandfather built the house in 1872, in Stony Point, Michigan.  My grandfather was a farmer. He worked his father’s farm, along side his dad, and they grew vegetables together. He made a meager living by selling the vegetables from … Continue reading →

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Love, the Hard Way

Posted on April 23, 2012 by

Here it comes! See that light down at the end of the tracks? That’s the Zepher train. It came all the way from Chicago, to California. It’s carrying all sorts of people from all walks of life. Honestly, though, there’s … Continue reading →

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Living, Healing and Taekwondo

Posted on April 20, 2012 by

My daughter Laura and grandson, Jonathan, earned their black belts in Taekwondo last month! Their journey has been a long one and with it, has come amazing growth and development for each, as well as a special bond that I’m … Continue reading →

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