A couple I have known for 25 years at Church just lost their son.   I can’t imagine the pain they must be going through, and I don’t know what to say to comfort them.  Our Pastor made the announcement Sunday morning and I had to leave during the service.  I was surprised to see […]

     Last night I experienced something I missed while living overseas, the awesome power of Texas thunderstorms.  It may sound strange, but I like hearing the thunder crashing at night, heavy rain coming down and the wind blowing, while I am safe in my bed.   It sounds like a battle is raging just outside our

     Wednesday evening I picked up my granddaughters to take them to Church.  I intended to do it sooner, but something always seemed to get in the way.  I finally had to make it a priority because that was one of the reasons I retired and returned to Texas.  That is my new job. Sophia

     An internet website caught my attention while I was looking for a place to share my stories.  The word “Forgiveness” in the title drew me in.  The page was inviting, with the picture of a smiling lady and a dove, holding a branch.  A quotation said, “accept the apology you’ll never receive.” The site

My Calendar – I don’t remember when I first realized how great a calendar was. I mean one of those good ones that had a new picture each month and Holidays in red, which meant I got off from school. It had interesting stuff, like the day something big happened or a famous person was