Are All Distractions—Squirrel!—Bad?
When the Distraction Is a Squirrel I lost my water bottle. It had to be somewhere close because I hadn’t left the house that morning. But I couldn’t find it…
Read moreIt’s Retirement Time – But I’ll Keep Working the Lessons
Almost Ruined Tomorrow, my husband Jeff will finish his last regular work day. And come home to stay. It’s retirement time. Officially, he’ll still have a few days of work…
Read moreWhat You Believe About God Can Hurt You
True or false? “Sticks and stones may break your bones, but words can never hurt you.” Definitely false. Words can and do often hurt us. Our bodies and minds are…
Read moreIs Patience Always a Virtue?
The Last Bit of Toothpaste It’s getting dark outside, almost bedtime. Jeff is in the bathroom brushing his teeth. I walk into the bathroom too and grab my toothbrush. Jeff…
Read moreThis Is One Mistake I Won’t Make Again
We are sitting on the bedroom floor, Henry and I, the bedroom his Aunt Morgan grew up in. I have a book in my hand, a fun one. I’m excited…
Read moreDon’t Look Away. These 5 things will happen to you too.
Seeing the Decline I didn’t know if I’d get to see Bill at the hospital last Monday. I went to see my friend Kay as she sat with her dad,…
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