Día de Muertos, or Day of the Dead, is still alive-and-well. In my house, even though we share none of the cultural background, we have built our own tradition in acknowledgment of it. We’ve modified it, not out of disrespect, but on the contrary to pay tribute to loved ones, honoring their spirit, and that … Read more
A flowered ceramic cup with large saucer and jumbo latte. A cushy chair with low tables and view from the expansive wrap-around windows looking out to local shops and mountains beyond. A friendly smile from Lori, a new friend, and a couple of hours of random train-of-thought conversation. Both thoughtfully sharing planned professional projects. This … Read more
We need this. Time for 101 little smiles If I could take a survey, I bet that the most common one-word answer to a word-association game starting with “Dad jokes and Mom Jeans” would be “Obama.” During the Obama presidency the ridicule about him wearing “mom jeans” was common. The fact that I didn’t really … Read more
As you flip your picture calendar this month (to February), it’s quite likely there will be images of hearts, flowers or lovey-dovey fantasies. I explored some on the heart portion in previous years when Valentine’s Day approached. This time it’s love. Not exactly the Valentine type, but instead Love of Reading. There are volumes and … Read more
GUEST WRITER Introduction: After recently receiving Birthday E-cards from my insurance agent, past realtor, and dentist, the idea that Dr. Heather C. Boyd suggested struck me more personally. I asked her to elaborate. Hope you enjoy our most recent Guest Writer. drb ………….. — Every year, and even at the current age of 95 … Read more
Three years ago we celebrated Pi Day (on March 14, 2015 precisely at 9:26:53). Pi is a constant. Pie should not be. That is what I wrote about on that momentous day. Regardless of time passing, and upon review, I stand by my endorsements in that post, entitled “Pi(e) Day is Coming – a Celebration … Read more