Of False Facades and Wicked Windows

Of False Facades and Wicked Windows

Old-fashioned stores sometimes had a facade that made the building appear to be larger than it actually was. It had a false front. That term could also describe those who pretend to be someone they are not, who put on a false front. The Bible calls them hypocrites. A scary word. Here is another psychological and interesting fact: caught […]

Putting the Past Into Perspective

Putting the Past Into Perspective

Yesterday was perfect for a trip to Tahlequah. It was one of those winter days when the sun promised more than the icy wind allowed. But when the day is cold, conversations with family and friends warm it nicely. The Japonica bush at my parents’ house is beginning to bloom. It is in a sheltered corner of […]

Is Love Really Forever?

Is Love Really Forever?

We take so much for granted, don’t we? On Facebook yesterday, I re-posted what someone else said about Grandmas making each grandchild feel that he or she was her favorite. Two of my nieces commented that was how my mom, their grandmother, made them feel. And, I agreed. Yes, she loved each grandchild for his or her individuality, uniqueness […]

Time Travel

Time Travel

Do you ever wish you could hop onto a magic carpet and travel back in time to another place, another era, and take a break from the violence and horrible news stories bombarding you via television and internet? Let me tell you a bout a mystery series that will do just that. The author is […]

Jackson Conner for President

Jackson Conner for President

I nominate Jackson Conner for President. 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 he does not have the bulging muscles of a weight lifter. […]

Four Puppies and Me

Four Puppies and Me

As seasons change, I think about one of my favorite children’s books, Four Puppies, a little Golden Book. I have a copy that belonged to Matt. I took it to school and read it to my kindergarteners after Matt outgrew it and I also read it to Sara and Nathan when they were small. I love that book! […]