bees, birds and stone tortoises

A running joke between two married couples (all close friends) goes something like this: the husband saved my marriage. The … More

Coming of old Age

With age comes the benefits of Wisdom; scars bear witness to hard-earned life lessons. Once, these victories my pride did … More

Silence and Sigh — The Chatter Blog

(c) Silence and Sigh — The Chatter Blog

home cooking

Do you cook meals for your furry companions? I never thought I would. I spend good money on nutrition for … More

What momma wants, momma gets

My wife did not receive an invitation this year to Mother’s Day brunch which had been a special yearly event … More

age is relative at Wildlife Explorers Base Camp

A weekday outing to the zoo with grandchildren, when work distracts some and morning clouds deter others, was a wonderful … More

the breakfast league

Mention the word “therapy” to my circle of friends and acquaintances these days and most likely, half will think it … More

Friday good

Whoever fears the Lord has a secure fortress, and for their children it will be a refuge. Proverbs 14:26 You will keep in … More

baking is a spiritual discipline

You do not have to be a spiritually centered person to recognize that the world seems to be going to … More