Expect a blessing. That was the topic of the article I read as we prepare for the holiday season. Instead of counting our blessings, the author encouraged us to expect a blessing. I was chatting with a friend. I was curious to see how she would answer some questions in my new daily planner, and,…
Tag: writing
Treasures for a Lifetime
Gifts I Will Cherish Always Turning a new decade is always a moment for reflection, but this year, my 60th, was marked by the most profound gift: a letter from my daughter, Valentina. I know how much words matter, both to her and to me, and reading her acknowledgment of our journey has left me…
Finding Stillness: Reflections on Time
Tanya Tucker was featured on NPR a few years ago. She made a comeback album in her later years. I decided to check it out. One particular song called “Bring My Flowers Now” intrigued me–the concept of embracing time now, don’t wait. So if you got love, then you’re sittin’ on a gold mineAnd you…
Thanksgiving 2024
This year, we celebrated with brunch. Parish and I had the opportunity to visit Smithfield over the summer. We stopped by the Smithfield shop and bought two Smithfield Country Hams. They were selling out their inventory because they were not selling as many country hams as they did in the past. I guess folks do…
Solitude: A Cocoon
I’m loving this new podcast I found. People are invited to share their stories, and the facilitator will guide you through questions and a closing meditation to consider your response to their stories. Each time I’ve selected a story during my walk time, it has been precisely what I needed to ponder or hear. Uplifting,…
A Day Wrapped in Song and Story: Sharing Our Love for Music and Imagination
It’s incredible how certain songs or books can anchor us to vivid memories and emotions. Not long ago, I had one of these precious moments that not only took me down memory lane but also allowed me to share a piece of my heart with a new generation. The story begins with a dusty memory…
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