Monthly Archives: December 2016

no instruction manual for broken leg

Broken legs do not come with instruction manuals for recovery, and I needed one after tripping down one step resulted in cracks and breaks in my left leg and a broken left wrist. Two surgeries left me stunned and bewildered. … Continue reading

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Cara’s guitar

“You need a better guitar,” the professor told Cara Wiebe during her sophomore year at Calvary Bible University in Kansas City, Mo. “How much will it cost?” “At least $500,” the professor said. Cara shook her head at the impossibility … Continue reading

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Elf on the Shelf

The recent introduction of “The Elf on the Shelf” ramps up Christmas hype. The simple doll that parents hide each night reminds children, “The Elf is watching and reporting to Santa.” Many parents develop scenarios such as The Elf drinking … Continue reading

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A van to go

The engine light is on,” the van driver announced last summer. He took it to the shop. The mechanics fixed a part. The light stayed lit. He took it to a couple shops. Mechanics tried one thing and another to … Continue reading

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Mr. R and the nursing home

No surprise. During a recent visit, Mr. R said, “You need to write a column about the impact on people entering a nursing home.” He already knew. Back in the 1980s Mr. R urged us to think about nursing homes … Continue reading

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Such talented (?) grandkids

Our grandchildren have impressive talents and insights. Take Sam, 6, he announced one morning, “Mom, did you know I can morning snore? I’m doing it right now!” Another time he said, “I feel so good…because my armpits stink.” That appalled … Continue reading

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Thank you for the Eureka moment

Eureka moments hit when a beloved item from the past appears at a yard sale, thrift store or Ebay. Overwhelmed with excitement and gratitude, some buyers can’t contain their excitement. Recently a seller of vintage perfume posted a copy of … Continue reading

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Watching history being made ruins my sleep

History in the making has ruined my sleep. It began weeks ago when the Chicago Cubs hit, ran and stole their way into the play-offs and then the World Series. Night after night my in-house coach monopolized the lounge chair … Continue reading

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