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Life in the rearview mirror
One morning recently, while leaving for work, I was struck by the beautiful reflection in my rearview mirror. The morning sunrise was shining through the trees behind me and filled the mirror with brilliant hues of orange, pink and … Continue reading
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The Christmas Chasm
This year, like many others before, I have found myself caught in what I refer to as the “Christmas chasm”. This chasm is the great divide between the ideal Christmas in my head and the Christmas that I actually have … Continue reading
Learning to Wait
Patience has never been one of my strong suits. I’ve never been very good at waiting. Although, I have to admit that I have gotten better at it over the years. The year that I turned seven, the Hasbro company … Continue reading
The Master Gardener
It might be my dread of the cold, dark winter soon to come or perhaps my anticipation of the glorious spring I know will follow. Whatever the reason, this week, as the crisp, chill of autumn made its entrance, I … Continue reading
The Warmth of Angels on a Cold Winter’s Night
This week, as the last lingering days of summer were making their exit, my thoughts were led to a cold winter’s night outside of St. Louis, Missouri. That night, more than forty years ago, I witnessed an example of kindness … Continue reading
The Other Side of the Street
From time to time when traffic is heavy and my patience is light, I get off the main highway and take the back roads to work. I’m not really sure why, but for some reason, I never choose to do … Continue reading
Listening to Life
One morning recently, running hopelessly behind schedule, I rushed out the door and down the road, only to find myself sitting in standstill traffic once I reached the interstate. Several minutes later, when I reached the next exit, I opted … Continue reading
Flight and Other Miracles
I live not far from a major airport. I drive past it every day and always see planes taking off and landing when I do. Most of the time, I take it for granted. I don’t give it a second … Continue reading
There will your heart be also
In the far back darkest corner of my closet, wrapped in plastic and gathering dust, lies one of my greatest treasures. It is a patchwork quilt. It is not fancy. It has earned no blue ribbons, no awards. It is … Continue reading
Up on the Roof
One afternoon recently, I accompanied my husband on a visit to the doctor. The appointment was near the end of a very full, very hectic day and as usual I was rushing to get there. I hurriedly drove around and … Continue reading