Pockets

Pockets

My mother-in-law always reminded me of Mother Hubbard. Short and round, with her hair pulled up in a bun atop her head.  Her face was wrinkled by time and hard work, but her smile was ever present.  And just as present was the multi-pocketed apron with treasures that...
OCD – Me and Food!!

OCD – Me and Food!!

***Disclaimer – This is not about clinical Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder which is a very real mental disorder. If we are honest, I think all of us have a little OCD. Call it what you will – preference, habit – whatever – it’s there. Mine raises its head around food,...
Waves

Waves

I listen to instrumental music when I’m going to sleep.  It’s soft enough that it could be considered “white noise.”  I still catch bits and pieces of songs that I know, and somehow, the familiarity brings me comfort. While on a trip to the beach for my anniversary, I...
I Sing Because…

I Sing Because…

There’s a song in my heart, but I haven’t been able to sing it.  With COVID and the churches shut down, and then the “no singing” mandate for the few churches that are meeting again – my song seems trapped. I’ve never been one of those people who belts out a song in...
Be a Vessel

Be a Vessel

With three patios available in the common areas, each guest of the Bayfront Inn can choose the right one for them.  The “back deck” is secluded and has tables and umbrellas just outside the guest rooms.  The “lower deck” is ground level, but is protected from the wind...
The Birds, the Bees, and the Dog

The Birds, the Bees, and the Dog

I see that look – the “What kinda craziness is she about to spew?” look. Okay, I didn’t really “see” it, but sensed it, because I felt it when I wrote it.  But I promise – there is no icky here – just animal observations. We have lots of birds in our backyard.  I know...