From the Heart: ” Collection of Stories and Poems from the Front Lines of Parenting” may no longer be in print, but if you’re interested, you can connect and contact the editor at https://writeforcharity.wordpress.com/the-book/. Read More
The Warrior
Quiet strength covers languishing eyes Bold courage hides wounded child Moral stand, smoldering abyss Difference made, positive impact remains Recognition withheld, all glory is fleeting Bloodied, bruised, and worn Weapons drawn, she fights alone Even buried in the ashes, Grace knows her name Battle rages, no end in sight Press on, retreat not, My Warrior Read More
Along Came Huf
July 2020, our first grandchild, Huf Venture Phillip arrived. It’s weird. I wasn’t sure how I felt about becoming a grandmother; after all, I am perpetually searching for the ever-elusive fountain of youth. Would becoming a grandmother instantly age me? Read More
Contact Conundrums
Contact lens; a small circular plastic disc placed directly on the surface of the eye with the express intention of improving vision. Sounds so simple and yet…this particular wearer struggles daily. Maybe it’s just me. Read More
Missing You: “An Open Letter to My Sister-In-Law”
Dearest Terri, It’s been nine short or long months, depending on perspective, since you left us, and God! how I still miss you so much. Read More
What A Girl Wants
She yearns for unconditional love, she receives empty words She yearns for a gentle touch… Read More
Let’s Go Glamping
Our children, one in particular, have harassed us that renting a cabin isn’t really camping but rather, glamping. I honestly don’t understand how a cabin without electricity or running water could be considered glamping? Humph. What do kids know? Read More