I am sure the thud was heard near and far as a Giant died today. The deep chasm in our hearts has left an imprint so large that I am quite sure it will never be completely filled. My Dad- strong, large and in charge, brilliant, generous, loving , tenderhearted, a man’s man, lover of …
Savor the treasures
Wow this has been quite a year for us! But it is such a joy to see all the beauty God has brought to our lives this year- a sweet marriage, a beautiful babe, and today I find myself philosophical as we celebrate our sweet Phoebe girl’s 17th birthday. Our former neighbor in Richmond posted …
In Sorrow We Find The Laughter And Memory of A Wonder Years Moment- ( for Julie)
My heart is heavy today for a wonderful friend who’s son, Daniel, has passed away. I spent late last night and today walking down memory lane and recalling so many fun and fond memories of my big boys ( as I call them), along with other neighborhood playmates. My family was blessed to live for …
A Senseless Act of Violence
I sit here today and I cannot get thoughts of the news I heard late Saturday night out of my head. The owner of one of my favorite pizza restaurants was shot and killed in a robbery. It wasn’t in the dark of night – it was at 6:15 on a warm, bright sunny evening. …
Happy Mother’s Day- spread the love
Happy Mother’s Day- spread the love around I just wanted to take a moment to wish everyone a Happy Mother’s Day. It is all about the heart, so if you are a mother to the motherless, to your special four-legged creatures, to those in need around you, to your own mix of eclectic offspring, Happy …
Stewart Irwin
I was a 16, almost 17-year old girl when I met my father-in-law, Stewart Irwin. I can honestly say the entire 29 years I have known him have been a pleasure. He passed away in the last hour of Sunday, May 5th at the age of 84 after a 3 ½-year battle with stage 4 …