Monthly Archives: February 2022

The holiday detritus overwhelmed me last week. “I am going to clear out and donate to a church rummage sale,” I announced. This year we had a triple dose of gifting: Christmas with the usual greeting cards, gifts and treats; … Continue reading →

         I just did not have the energy to care about much of anything last week, so I crammed the cookie sheet on top of the muffin tins and slammed the cupboard door shut, declaring, “That’s good enough.”            “It is not,” … Continue reading →

“Can you give me some money for food?” the grey-haired woman asked as we walked toward the restaurant doors. “No, but you may join us for lunch,” my husband said. She did and then asked if we would buy cereal … Continue reading →

 At times life hits us right smack between the eyes, leaving us reeling. Some never recover as they look at the damage. Others pick themselves up, dust off and address the damage one bit at a time. I know plenty … Continue reading →

“How to be a good plant parent,” the headline equated plant care to child care. The article from Boston.com advised carefully choosing the plant.  Dark apartment? Choose plants that thrive in shadows. Busy schedule? Pick one that only needs a … Continue reading →