She had a bookshelf that held special treasures and favorite books, and she used it as a room divider in her small apartment, separating the sleeping area from the “living room.” As we sat on the floor and ate popcorn…
From Hope to Abundance
Every morning I wake up, roll on my right side, take my leather bracelet that is stamped with “Hope” in the center of it, and fasten it on my wrist as I look at the anchor-shaped ring on the center…
Celebrating Love on What Would Have Been My Parents’ 64th Wedding Anniversary
Today, December 8, would have been my parents’ 64th wedding anniversary. Following my father’s death in January of this year, my mother is choosing to celebrate this as a day of treasured memories. So today, I am sharing this tribute…
The Principle of Restorative Love
Yesterday I had lunch with three dear friends who have taken me into their “group” and made me feel welcome. (That’s not the point of this post, but it’s important to me to acknowledge that they are amazing!) We ate…
November 14, 2015
30 Days of Gratitude – Day 14: Express gratitude to a community worker (police, firefighter, mayor,etc.). [Before sharing my previously penned thoughts on today’s gratitude focus, I want to express my deep sorrow and promise of prayers for the people of…