Last Friday I went to my first full day training as a volunteer for Hospice of Northwest I came away inspired and energized! It was about ten and a half years ago when hospice first entered my life. Chuck, my father-in-law, had been diagnosed for the last time with non-Hodgkin’s Lymphoma. His doctors told us …
I know you are not supposed to talk about politics on your website. It’s like talking about money, religion, or affairs, you’re just not supposed to do it. Along with the campaigning, debates, and this election, who wants to hear another ridiculous word about it? I certainly don’t but also know I’m finishing up a …
Diamonds on the Water by Jeny Heckman Diamonds on the water, that light beneath the sky Waves of grace and wonder, too swiftly roll on by What permeates the air, the smell of sea and sunshine That open taste of freedom, today shall be just mine As the hour starts to darken, and shadows seem …
The Lit Ladies are beginning to read Lillian Boxfish Takes a Walk Lillian Boxfish Takes a Walk: A Novel by Kathleen Rooney Below is the synopsis from the website, read along with us! She took 1930s New York by storm, working her way up writing copy for R.H. Macy’s to become the highest paid advertising …
It’s fall again, the kids are back at school, I’ve made all of my lists of things to accomplish and get started on, ready…set…go… What!!! I actually have to do it now! Damn! Okay, well here’s what’s in the works this fall. I’m in the process of finishing up Civility after a long summer hiatus. …
My name is Leo Richard and I was born May 11, 1920, in Eau Claire, Wisconsin. My parents George and Mabel were cousins (I know, I know), so each had the last name of Rudy. They were so excited to have their firstborn and baptized me at St. John’s Lutheran Church in the middle of …
December 1, 1944 USS Ajax (AR-6) off San Diego, Wikipedia Hi Bea Darling How are you and Andy tonight? I’m fine here. We sure had a swell day again today. But gee time sure drags. What are you doing today? I bet you went to the show this afternoon. Did you see a good show? …
Memorial Day…To Bea, from Your Faithful Husband, Norman… Read More »
New Year’s is always about starting over, isn’t it? Reflecting on the past but envisioning the future. It usually lasts a week, along with the resolutions, and then the reality of life settles in, along with the routine? This past year has definitely been one to reflect on. The events that happened in October were …
Another year under their belt. All the Dads and Grads out there celebrating their accomplishments! I now am the proud parent of a college graduate myself. My daughter Paisley, graduated cum laude, with her bachelors in Health Services Administration, and minors in Psychology and Business. Next year, she will complete her Masters in Business and …
So I love this author! A little while ago my mom and sister recommended this series to me and I have to admit I wasn’t too sure about it. They said it was about this woman, Charley Davidson, who is a Grim Reaper yet also like an every day person/private investigator. People that have died, …
