Sacrifices
An old man sat on a park bench. His face had crevices like an old melon. His eyes, as blue as a child’s marble, turned toward the ground in contemplation. Every so often, the man would sigh with the weight of his thoughts. As he sat quietly, an old woman dressed in a cloth coat, [...]
January 1, 2011
I suppose with all this reminiscing about our past, the next logical step would be to imagine what will be in our future. I’d rather not. Not because I think things will be worse, but because it won’t serve any purpose. The real question is, where are we now?
Last Few Minutes of the Game
When we are closing in on the final days or minutes of our lives, our life experiences become phenomenally intense.
By Any Other Name…
What I’ve realized, though, is that these various incarnations of my name are like Hansel and Gretel’s breadcrumbs to my memory. As someone whose had two small strokes already and probably will have another one eventually, any tools that amplify my memory are good tools.
A Cataract of Spirit
Today, I was diagnosed with an early cataract in my left eye. What does this mean at a spiritual level?
Many Mirrors
A man visits his past and looks toward his future as 2010 approaches.
Which “Good Night” Would That Be?
After watching, on average, one significant death a year for the last fifty years of my life, I’m getting angry.
It Feels Like a Final Exam… But, in a Good Way!
As my mid-life parade of history continues, and it does promise to march forward, we’ll see how well I do remembering all the important things I know I’d sworn never to forget.
It’s My Party…
All day today, I’ve been reflecting on my birthday celebration on Saturday. Although my birthday was actually on Friday, my husband, David, put together a wonderful day for me with family and friends who have been an active part of my life.
1977 to 2009 – A Friendship
A word. An difference in opinion. A misunderstood intention. These are all things that can challenge the best of friendships; but, to end a friendship all together? That doesn’t make any sense to me at all.
