To say my aloe plant was top heavy and in need of new soil is an understatement. As I pulled the plant away from the pot, I could see roots encompassing and choking out any soil in the pot. The roots had crowded in and grown against the inside of the pot. The plant had become root bound–rigid to the form inwhich it was … Continue reading
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A New Season of Growth (Part 1)
This year the cold seems to be holding on for far too long…too far into April. Yet the sun peeked out the other day and I took full advantage. I pulled out the patio table, set the chairs around and took in the warmth. I set the glider swing in place and it was soon occupied with books and young ones reading. Bicycle tires were … Continue reading
My Love Relationship with the Microwave
My beloved microwave has been with me now for 14 years— Large and increasingly non-energy efficient…by todays standards…yet it is still near and dear to my heart. The digital numbers are gone and no longer does it encourage me to “Enjoy!” after the popcorn is popped! It’s a skill to know when it will beep, how much time is left or even what … Continue reading
Do I just need more coffee???
A good mamma would scold me and say: “Honey… you got out of bed on the wrong side. Go back and crawl out the other side!” I’m irritated at everything and nothing — all at the same time. The coffee isn’t doing it and nothing else works either. A week of weakness…I’m not strong. I feel weak and beaten. I’m aware of … Continue reading
The Morning Came…
The morning came with fresh cinnamon rolls, baked breakfast dishes and fresh fruit. The table decorations were complete and the celebration ready to begin! The new dress was donned with sandals complete!… What was I thinking with these sandals?…I mused to myself as my heels sunk into the muddy ground at the egg hunt! Through the … Continue reading
Waiting…a little longer
Today the Light is gone from our Easter Garden. The tomb is closed and a sadness fills my heart. I walk past the darkened earth that just yesterday was full of light. I wait….wait for Sunday. But what about those on the first Good Friday who didn’t know Sunday was coming…who didn’t know Resurrection was … Continue reading
Eeewww…boy germs!!!
Remember those days of early teen years when the thought of holding hands sent panic through the nervous system. Well, this scenario played out last Sunday evening. {I use this story with permission from daughter involved 🙂 hee hee} Through a series of events, my daughter ended up sitting in the same row as another … Continue reading
Tripping Over Typeset 