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Being home this week had nothing to do with the pandemic. It’s more about getting that manuscript completed for Lee Farrier, who is...

In My Own Little World

As a kid, I was accused of being in my own little world. I suppose I still am. If you can get lost in a book, flowers, a project, or a...

Gifts

A gift is something given. It’s given out of love. It may be given to help another, to connect with another, to encourage another. No...

A Great Story

I write poetry. I think poetry. I read poetry. That being said, I want to talk about how I’m working on a memoir, which is a person’s...

Miracles

It’s about how you look at the world. You either think nothing is a miracle or everything is a miracle. I lean toward the latter. Some...

What Happens After Physical Therapy Is Over?

I blame myself for my pain level, my posture, and the overuse of computer and phone. I’ve had pain in my neck and shoulder for months....

Aging and Retirement

Baxter County, Arkansas, my county. According to the U.S. Census, 31 percent of the population (41,000) is retired. I wonder how all...

The Children

My husband drove the church van. I went along, opened van doors, and listened to children who were returning to church. A big step for...

Remembering

It’s Memorial Day weekend. Words can be read on marquees in front of businesses to remind us to not forget those who fought and died for...

Yard Art? or Yard Sale?

A yard sale could be defined as an informal event for the sale of used goods. It usually happens in someone’s yard. No dress code. It can...