Monthly Archives: January 2013

Hey, You!

Posted on January 29, 2013 by susansplace

Ya wanna grab a cup of coffee?

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Flying Blind

Posted on January 28, 2013 by susansplace

I told you to get a GPS. But would you listen? Noooooooooo!

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Ambience for One

Posted on January 28, 2013 by susansplace

Some days, God gives you just the extra serving of soul food you needed — just the extra helping to keep your spirit smiling. Today, I was elected to serve on our church council. I am proud of this achievement, … Continue reading →

Posted in Uncategorized | Tagged be kind to one another, Christian faith, faith, God, God's love, healing, hope, inspiration, loneliness, love one another, power of prayer, Prayer | 7 Comments

Balancing Act

Posted on January 27, 2013 by susansplace

Nature does it best.

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Heh Harry!

Posted on January 25, 2013 by susansplace

Heh! Harry! Yeh, Sally? What is she DOING? Ah, gheez, she’s moving the furniture again! Good grief! What is it with the furniture thing? What the heck! There goes that table I like! I know… Don’t worry. She’ll move it … Continue reading →

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The Man in the White Hat

Posted on January 23, 2013 by susansplace

When you lose a loved one, they warn you that there are many “firsts”. They’re usually referring to the first Christmas, the first Easter, the first party without him/her, the first time you go to church alone. And they are … Continue reading →

Posted in Uncategorized | Tagged bereavement, faith, grieving, healing, hope, humor, inspiration, laughter, photography, widowers, widows | 6 Comments

The Power of Music

Posted on January 13, 2013 by susansplace

The first few bars of “Beautiful Savior” will bring me to the heart of my faith, and sometimes, the core of my sadness, instantly. Listening to anything by Journey will conjure up the “sparky” side of me and make me … Continue reading →

Posted in Uncategorized | Tagged artists, bereavement, cures for depression, depression, faith, grief, healing, hope, inspiration, Lawrence Welk, loss, music, musicians, photography | 4 Comments

Sanity Soldiers

Posted on January 11, 2013 by susansplace

It’s been seven months. I sit in my old, flannel robe. Lost the tie years ago, so it’s wrapped tightly around me, kimono-style. Old gym socks on my feet. Arms wrapped around my knees, I huddle on the couch, staring … Continue reading →

Posted in Uncategorized | Tagged bereavement, counselors, cures for depression, depression, faith, family, friends, God, grief support, healing, hope, inspiration, loss of husband, pastors | 6 Comments

French Manicure

Posted on January 11, 2013 by susansplace

It’s more expensive. But I’m worth it!

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The Great Escape

Posted on January 10, 2013 by susansplace

Is she watching us? Nah….She’s just staring at that weird box thing. She is so strange! Yeh, sometimes I worry about her, Harry. Don’t make any sudden moves, if you know what I mean… OK. This is the deal. … Continue reading →

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