I observed a bird on the wire behind our house. It was one I could not identify, but it seemed regal and beautiful at first glance. It piqued my curiosity enough that I went to get my field glasses…
Whenever there is a perplexing problem for me, I try to take a step back away from the issue directly at hand in order to gain a different vantage point. I also ask myself the question; “What is wrong…
I never minded the cold too much and in some ways I enjoy the brisk, invigorating weather of winter. Today I discovered another reason why I like this change in weather; I put on my winter coat for the first time…
When I was a little lad, my first memory of professional baseball was of the New York Yankees. They were the only professional baseball team in NYC because shortly before my long term memory became conscious to me, the…
Today is a day that has a timestamp in my memory and on my heart because it is the birthday of someone who, at one time, was very dear to me. This significant someone still owns a piece of my…
Today (09/26/2015) is National Love Note day, which leads me to the question: How do you write a note that encompasses all that you love and know and encompasses the vastness of relationships that accumulate across many years and venues. …
I have a daily practice of reading inspirational materials at the start of each day. Recently I have been reading Buddhist offerings and many times I have wondered how the suggested behavior could be applied, and sometimes an offering strikes…
I wonder if many of us reflect on why we celebrate this day in September. To many it is a three day weekend that marks the end of summer and it is one last chance to escape the toils of…
Title: Trashy Behavior – Give me liberty and I give you litter.” I find It interesting how our country has evolved since the concept “inalienable rights” was formed by the brave people who dared to pursue a course of independence…
When I dust the photographs on our shelves and walls, I dance with the fond memories of you.
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