Despite this week having a lot of hard bits in it, we had a major win for the Zoo Crew. Cooter, who two years ago was in first grade and barely able to read Old Hat, New Hat, finished the fourth Harry Potter book. All 752 pages. He's been working away at it for a… Continue reading Parenting with Ambiguity, Or I Might Have Messed Up Today–Still Not Sure
Tag: priorities and why they matter
Because Young People
Yesterday when we were at the "Bats and Bees: Friends Not Foes" workshop, I was so encouraged. Because young people. There were three high school students helping with the program. At first I thought they were just there to help that day, but it turns out they were part of the planning too. Those three… Continue reading Because Young People
“This Is Not Your Week”
So my friend who isn't Shirley found out there was going to be a conflict on the day of our daughters' dance recital. Her son, who plays baseball, had a tournament scheduled for that same day. Smack dab in the middle of the recital time. For those of you who have children or know children or… Continue reading “This Is Not Your Week”
Have or Make, that is the question
I stopped giving my Daddy my number one reason why something wasn't done many years ago. I used to say, "Oh I didn't have enough time." Never one to let us be less than we could become, he started challenging me the minute I became old enough to understand what he was talking about. "Didn't… Continue reading Have or Make, that is the question
“The will to make it so”
A year or two ago someone who knew we were helping serve at the Sunday night suppers for folks in need asked me, "Yeah, so all those folks y'all are feeding--they are all either drug addicts or alcoholics, right?" Ummm, no. No more than all of us with houses are NOT addicts or alcoholics. Not everyone. Not all. I… Continue reading “The will to make it so”
BYOD…..do what?
We are headed into unchartered waters, and I'm not gonna lie. I'm more than a little worried. Recently I found out about a plan that has been integrated into the local school system. BYOD. Bring Your Own Device. That means iPads, smartphones, laptops, e-readers, tablets--bring them all. They are planning to incorporate these devices into all… Continue reading BYOD…..do what?
The Cup of Coffee
I didn't want to write about this tonight.Seriously, I've spent much of today debating myself about it. So much so that I have a headache (which could be non-related, but still). I have other things to share. 80's music at a skate rink and a turtle shell-inspired story. Good stuff, right?But my heart says no. Tomorrow… Continue reading The Cup of Coffee
Stop Waiting on the Next Round of Normal
Tonight at Evening Prayer before the worship began folks were milling around and catching up with each other. I love that part. As I looked around the room, a beautiful young mother caught my eye. She looked familiar, but I couldn't place her. She reminded me of a young woman who came several months ago,… Continue reading Stop Waiting on the Next Round of Normal
Potlucks and Parties–Why They’re Not My Thing Anymore
I used to love buffets. Oh, the awesome options! I can remember the last one I went to. I got collard greens and pot liquor and cornbread and not much else. Seriously. That's not something I cook for myself very often, and I was in Heaven. And don't get me started on church or club or community… Continue reading Potlucks and Parties–Why They’re Not My Thing Anymore
Full of Hope and Possibilities
Yesterday my BIL Leroy called and asked what I was up to. "Cleaning up areas and stuff that no one will notice at all. And it's looking worse before it can possibly look better," I sighed. Leroy replied, "Well as long as you notice that's what counts, right?"True.Still, it'd be nice if SOMEONE would say, oh… Continue reading Full of Hope and Possibilities
I Might Need A Nap 