When I can’t find the words I need, I turn to poets and writers for their words on suffering. Some words are a balm. Others, an affirmation.
Not one of them was capable of lying,
Tag: Lori Greer in Portland
Apache Blessing
My preconceived notion about Apaches is limited to American history classes and popular media where they were often referred to as savage warriors. This reputation spread to Europe with the result that in France, the word “apache” refers to an outlaw.
Finding an Apache blessing posted on a friend’s refrigerator offered a balance to my view of them as only a vicious people. Of course, if I were defending my family and my way of life, I would be warlike also! Continue reading “Apache Blessing”
Nose to the grindstone!
“Don’t watch the clock; do what it does. Keep going! Sam Levenson *
~Photo http://www.pexels.com/Aphiwat chuangchoem
Busy Days
My life seems to be whizzing past. I ricochet from the gym, work, walking the dog, home, church, errands…. Continue reading “Nose to the grindstone!”
Restoring my soul
Spending a week in paradise.
Cabo San Lucas and San Jose del Cabo. Continue reading “Restoring my soul”
Respite from the rain
I am not complaining about Portland’s weather especially when the rest of the country is experiencing extreme weather. Continue reading “Respite from the rain”
Party Dress!
When you want to put your best foot forward, here’s the dress you need! Continue reading “Party Dress!”
The last of 2017
With apologies to Charles Dickens.
In many ways, 2017 was the best of times for me.
Then in the last eight months, it was the worst of times bringing terrible grief.
Now on the last day of 2017, I am looking forward with guarded optimism to 2018.
No Room Under the Tree?
When there’s no room under the tree for presents…
Christmas 2
A charming vignette with echoes of simpler times.
In the chaos and horror of today’s world, it would be easy to assume that life was easier in “the good old days”.
A study of history teaches us otherwise. Life has never been idyllic for many people at all time.
Christmas
The holiday parties are in full swing.
Families and friends are coming and going.
It’s a wonderful time to celebrate.
It’s a wonderful time to remember those who are alone.
It’s a wonderful time to remember the disenfranchised and the marginalized.
It’s a wonderful time to remember the true meaning of Christmas.
