The storm moved in. So far, we have survived really well. After Helene we refined our preparedness to the point where we have a pretty good system of having flashlights, flameless candles, emergency radios, etc. all in one place. We have cast iron and a Continue reading →
What’s the Weather?
The above pretty much sums it up! If you live in North Carolina right now the weather folks are having a field day with the upcoming “weather event”. A week out they started the predictions. Every day there are numerous updates. It’s anybody’s guess at Continue reading →
The Missing Book
On the morning the book went missing, Eleanor noticed the teapot was warm even though she hadn’t touched it. This was unusual for two reasons. First, Eleanor was meticulous about her routines. Second, the teapot had been sitting on the high shelf ever since the Continue reading →
Wouldn’t It Be Wonderful?
Wouldn’t it be wonderful if everyone could get along ? Wouldn’t it be wonderful if everyone had a warm, dry, safe place to live? Wouldn’t it be wonderful if there were no hungry bellies? Wouldn’t it be wonderful if everyone who needed medical help or Continue reading →
My Superpower
Everyone has a superpower or two. A superpower is an extraordinary ability to do something and I would like to believe that we all have something that will make a difference somehow. So today I am thinking about my own superpower and I think it Continue reading →
Trolls in North Carolina
One of the great things about where we live is the abundance of fabulous and creative exhibitions and art installations that pop up all around the area. It truly is an amazing and artistic area and Chris and I try to do as much “seeing” Continue reading →
Swing Deinrd
Another dream –another blog post. Continue reading →
When You Find Out You Are A Liar
Honesty is important to me. I value honesty in myself and in relationships with others. It is a cornerstone that is very essential and I hold it to a high level. When I find out someone has lied to me it really wounds me. It Continue reading →
Focus Word for the Year
Historically I choose three words to guide me throughout the year. Last year I don’t think I even chose one word — the past couple years I have been a little off in that department. But that is okay and I am allowing myself some Continue reading →