…and graciousness in victory. I’ve often wished, if I could go back in time, that I might have been present that day, April 9, 1865, in the parlor of Wilmer McLean of Appomattox Court House, Virginia. I would like to have seen General Robert E. Lee, tall and erect, dressed in dignity and a spotless […]
Apr 9, 2015
So That’s How It Went
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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. […]
Apr 7, 2015
A Homey, Lovely Mess
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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 […]
Apr 5, 2015
The Beginning
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Easter–a time of a new beginning. To me, Easter, more than January, seems like the start of a new year. Winter is past; spring is here. The earth is renewed with warmth and rains. And, it is the celebration of the Lord’s resurrection. Easter is a time for hope, for beginning again, for looking forward instead […]
Apr 4, 2015
Eclipse
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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 […]
Apr 3, 2015
Fun, Food, Friendship
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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 […]
