Ten Things I Love About My Mother

Today is my mom's birthday. I wish I could be with her today, but I know she will have a lovely day without me. It is only fitting I share ten …

Next Time

This week I had a birthday. It was certainly a time to reflect the blessings in my life. As my fifties draw to an end I have some regret, but I am fo…

One Word Essay: Sky

There is nothing like a winter sky. Even on a gray day the cloud formations catch the eye. A sunny sky is an extra treat. I don't know much abou…

One Word Essay: Contemplation

A friend of mine sent an email today with a title "One Word Essays" With the post were a long list of words with a photo for each that exe…

Don't Follow Too Close: Photographer On Board

I carry my camera each and every time I travel in our car or truck. I just never want to miss a shot. Unfortunately  that perfect shot often appears …

What We Need Is Here

I was reading a favorite gardening blog today and the author Margaret Roach used Wendell Barry's poem as an invocation for the new year. Yesterda…

A House Is a Home

I love our house. It isn't very big. That is fine. Sometimes  I wish I had more light. The man I bought it from had done beautiful wood work on t…