Matt was between jobs, between relationships, basically “between a rock and a hard place” as he put it. “I needed to get away, to think and pray and get some direction for my life.” He heard about a men’s retreat at a lake not far from where he lived, … Continue reading →
Years ago when I was in the doldrums over moving to a new city, starting life over in a new marriage, and feeling unsure about choices I’d made I ran across an article in an issue of Reader’s Digest, (July 1984) titled “Lessons From Aunt Grace,” by Nardi Reeder Campion. … Continue reading →
Recently I stayed at a fancy hotel in San Jose, California for a conference. While visiting one of the public restrooms I was suddenly aware of how annoyed I get with some of the modern ‘conveniences’–even in upscale buildings. auto toilet flushers that don’t accept my ‘wave.’ … Continue reading →
I’m all too familiar with the expression ‘in one ear and out the other.’ I’ve been guilty on many counts of hearing and forgetting—just like that. But lately as I grow older I’m creating my own variation of that saying. ‘In one room and out the other’ is … Continue reading →
“Two for $5.00” read the sign in the produce section of our local market. I couldn’t pass up this great buy. Two sweet round melons for such a price. I carried them to my basket and then home to include in a fruit salad for dinner. Yum! Watermelon … Continue reading →
This past week I noticed that talking wasn’t cutting it. I had chatted online with service representatives for various vendors over one thing and another, had shared my worries about all things technical with listening friends and with my son, and then decided enough is enough. It’s time for … Continue reading →
Have you ever felt like breakin’ the rules? Especially the ones you’ve imposed on yourself–the ones that are so familiar you keep them without even thinking, without knowing you don’t have to obey them day in and day out? I hadn’t given my ‘rules’ much thought for over fifty … Continue reading →
The other day a girlfriend and I were talking about our kids–the grown ones! We were proud to share their accomplishments but we had a few suggestions for them, of course. “She never listens to me,” said my friend, speaking about her daughter. She laughed. “I don’t understand it. … Continue reading →
I drove through my community last weekend on my way to a movie with a friend. I was surprised at all the garage and yard sales I saw lining the streets out to the thoroughfare. Many items were priced for sale but there were also tables with signs that … Continue reading →
Ah summer! A great time to relax with some good books. Do you have a few lined up on your shelf? I do. Here’s what I’ve read or plan to read over the next few months. “Whenever you read a good book, somewhere in the world … Continue reading →