High Tech Granny

High Tech Granny

Matt and Dawn gifted me with an iPad. What an amazing technological tool. It can do everything but dance and it may be able to do that too. I’ve never asked it. One of the things I like best about it is the accompanying keyboard/case. And Word. I can write or edit a story and […]

So That’s How It Went

So That’s How It Went

Wednesday: Smack Dab in the Middle–of the week, that is, and the day for another Cozy Critique. Although Jane and Peg were absent for reasons far beyond their control, they do plan to be with us next time. Nancy and Helen came and Helen brought a guest, Kaye. Kaye has been with us once before. […]

A Homey, Lovely Mess

A Homey, Lovely Mess

Today is a special day, a national holiday that I’ll bet you are not aware of. I wasn’t. It is a day to gladden the cockles of my heart and take a load of guilt off my shoulders. Now, who wouldn’t want a holiday like that? You know that sink full of dirty dishes in the kitchen? Are […]

Eclipse

Eclipse

The moon looks as if a giant mouse has taken a bite from the left side of it. I’m watching the eclipse. It is awe-inspiring. Silently, slowly, earth’s shadow is crossing over the face of the moon, blotting out that giant night light in the sky. It’s wonderful to watch and to know this is […]

Fun, Food, Friendship

Fun, Food, Friendship

Fran’s luncheons are always a treat. This month’s luncheon had an Easter theme. Fran keeps an evergreen tree inside her entryway. She decorates it for the seasons. Yesterday, eggs and antique Easter cards adorned the tree. A friend of hers crocheted tiny coverings for the eggs. Beautiful! Many choices of salads and Fran’s famous minestrone soup […]

Freedom to Think

Freedom to Think

Freedom! Millions have died to obtain it or keep it. Without it, what do we have? I’m just asking. Do we have security from fear of retaliation? Do we have the warm feeling of belonging? Do we have a feeling of superiority?From what do we want to be free? And what is worth giving up […]