The murky day drew to a close. Clouds hovered low all day, brooding, somber clouds seemingly intent on keeping out the sunshine and pushing the cold down upon defenseless Arkansas. I glanced out my kitchen window at the robins pecking sunflower seeds that had sifted out of the feeders. In a pinch, robins will dine […]

We in the South have heard that phrase a lot. Usually, it is said tongue in cheek. And probably a lot of us remember Tennessee Ernie Ford saying, “Bless your little pea-pickin’ heart.” Anyway, I got to thinking about blessings. They fall like rain on and around us each day and night. I like to […]

Monday, the day after Palm Sunday when we Christians celebrate our Lord’s triumphal entry into Jerusalem. Palm Sunday in NW Arkansas is memorable for being downright uncomfortable. A brisk wind blew snow in front of it; snow that settled over the grass and last fall’s leaves. Finally, the snow stopped but the wind stuck around. […]

Secrets No one would guess it; No one would know, But curled and cuddled under the snow A season of secrets is waiting to grow. Acres of daisies, Carpets of clover Are resting and waiting Til Winter is over.                                 […]