Wandering Wednesday

Wandering Wednesday

This morning is so beautiful, so cool yet sunny, that I enjoyed wandering around my yard, looking at things. Yes, we desperately need rain and yes, I’m afraid the temperature will climb, but for right now, it’s perfect. The seeds I planted in the herb garden are actually looking sturdy. Brave little fellows, to lift […]

The Shadow of a Frown

The Shadow of a Frown

Can you frown with your voice? Perhaps in a conversation with someone, you could feel it–that accusing frown. Some conversations are just unsettling, aren’t they? No arguing but just a feeling, a tone, and you know without being told that somehow you have come up lacking. It’s not a good feeling. It isn’t always what […]

A Wild Horse Running

A Hygge a Day

I learned a new word the other day: hygge.  If you’d like to read more about it, it’s in The Farmer’s Almanac. Just click on the link. The word comes to us from Denmark, which has long, cold, dark winters. Just as a friendly hug warms the heart, so does the Norwegian hygge. They dress […]

Hummers in the Maple Tree

Hummers in the Maple Tree

I am convinced that a mama and papa hummingbird have set up housekeeping in my front yard maple tree. I wish them good fortune and blessings. I’ve never seen a cat in that maple, but I’ve seen lots of squirrels. Maybe the tiny birds have attached their nest to a limb that’s too fragile for […]

My Presidential Candidate

My Presidential Candidate

  I have a new presidential candidate. He’s perfect for the job. His name is Jackson Conner. The first, most obvious thing you would notice about the man is that he looks Presidential. His physical appearance inspires confidence and enthusiasm. He is tall enough but not too tall. He has kept his good physique although […]