A man and a woman are in a “second time around” relationship.
Both bring baggage, hurt, and trepidation into the mix.
Things are going really, really well.
Why She Wanted to Kill Him…
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This is the place
I admit it.
I am a sucker for posters, book covers, bumper stickers.
I like this one because for me it goes to the heart of “could have, would have, should have”.
Child Labor
With the high cost of cancer treatment, it is important that all of our family pitch in and help!
My New Wrench
The handle on my bathroom faucet disconnects about every 12 months. In the past, I would not have thought twice about it as my husband would have repaired it.
I have learned that it is not easy to fix. Continue reading “My New Wrench”
Then there were three…
Working on the Oregon coast today. *
With temperatures in the 90’s in Portland, Astoria is a cool choice in more ways than one!
First stop, the lovely port city of Astoria, also of “Free Willy” fame. Continue reading “Then there were three…”
Morning Meditation
A cup of hot coffee and lovely flowers in my garden. Moments of peace and reflection.
A Hierarchy of Giving
There is so much need and there are so many opportunities to be of service to others.
The world is a better place when people look out for each other.
We can give our time, our talents, our money.
The eight levels of giving, described below, present an interesting perspective on giving. Continue reading “A Hierarchy of Giving”
Gratitude
Today is my granddaughter’s second birthday.
Today is special because it is her birthday.
Today is very special because her mother is alive to celebrate with her. Continue reading “Gratitude”
Meditation by the stream…
The first of my personal commitments is to work to increase human happiness by encouraging the cultivation of human values and a sense of concern for others’ well being. These are key factors whether one is a religious person or not. Dalai Lama
I find peace and resolve thinking about this statement while enjoying the beauty and sound of my favorite stream in Whistler, BC, Canada.
Helping myself and others…
I am trying to do at least one good deed per day.
No, I am not working toward a Girl Scout badge.
It’s just that in my world and in the world at large, I find that giving and helping others satisfies my soul.
It satisfies my soul while grounding me during the emotional upheaval of my young daugher-in-law’s cancer struggle. Stage 4.
I believe that I am making a difference. Continue reading “Helping myself and others…”
Lori Greer in Portland 