dog days

dog days

  We are in the dog days of summer.  I always thought it was because it was so hot and the dogs just laid around in the shade, not wanting to do anything. But, according to the Farmer’s Almanac, ” The phrase is actually a reference to the fact that,...
last of the winter days

last of the winter days

I love winter, I love the coziness of watching a movie by the fire while curled up in a warm blanket and a cup of hot tea within reach. I love the time it allows us to rest, not worrying about the garden or yard work. To be able to thumb through magazines for ideas...
love

love

  Love. This is a fascinating word.The word conjures up all kinds of feelings. It is the profound feeling of admiration, respect, adoration and cherishing someone.  Just seeing them brings a smile to your face and a warm deep seated feeling in your heart. Some...
2020

2020

How in the world did it get to be 2020 already?  I remember as a kid, thinking 2020 was a million years away.  That we would all be riding in Jetson cars, have robots and drive through showers. I try to keep up with technology the best I can.  We do have a robot...
Friends

Friends

Isn’t it amazing how people come together?  How a stranger becomes a dear friend?  How one small hello turns into a 3 hour conversation.   My second cousin, Pat, was my first  and best friend, she continues to be so to this day.  We may not see each other...