• Who Makes You Feel Loved?

    Two weeks ago I asked my oldest, a college sophomore, a very telling question.  I asked it…

  • A Gem of a Day

    Thirty-seven years ago today, this evening to be precise, our family got a big surprise.  In…

  • Barring Unforeseen Circumstances

    I love my job. The one that has me spending no two days the same–the one…

  • Just My Type

    Today something lovely joined the area of my house that is fast becoming my haven, my spot,…

  • About Smiles and Being Beloved

    Some Sunday nights at our gatherings we talk about hard things.  We attempt to answer hard…

  • We Can Do Better…..

    I’ve been fascinated with the journey of the “Humans of New York” photographer.  From Europe to…

  • Comfort in a Cup

    We have a few traditions when it comes to birthdays in our family. First of all,…

  • train of thoughts

    riding on my train of thoughts through haikus tonight…..   leftover food and dishes in the…

  • Inside the Cocoon For Now

    It’s my girl’s birthday.  Commence the partying! A week or so ago, I asked her what…

  • #19love

    Nineteen years ago at 3:32 a.m. a new life came into this world.  She is amazing…