X Marks the Spot

I couldn’t help but stop to observe this massive X in the sky because it appears that two planes came very close to colliding in mid-air, but here on the ground we are so far away that our perspective is actually obscured.  Although it appears to be a close call, there was probably no threat … Continue reading X Marks the Spot →

Hiding Place

Headaches, back pain or spasms, neck pain or stiffness, and shoulder pain....all signs of carrying a heavy load.  During the last few years the trend of women's purse size is growing, and as we all know the larger the bag, the more things we pack in it.  Water bottle, cell phone, makeup bag, wallet, photo book, … Continue reading Hiding Place →

Forbidden Fruit

I spent most of last night curled up in a ball, asking myself, "Why?"  More specifically, "Why do I do the things I know I shouldn't?" So...I'm sure you're wondering what I did.  Like Eve, I gave in to temptation and ate the forbidden fruit!  During the past week I have eaten strawberries, raisins, and … Continue reading Forbidden Fruit →

Straddling the Fence

Sometimes making decisions is as difficult as climbing through a barbed wire fence.  You are likely to get hung up in the barbs, or details, but must choose which is the best way to proceed.  You straddle the fence momentarily trying to decide which is the best route to take.  Should you continue going to the other … Continue reading Straddling the Fence →

Bumpy Roads

When my children were young, I often used the rearview mirror to keep an eye on them while driving.  When they grew quiet, I could check to see that they were fine but had simply drifted off to sleep.  When they became restless, the mirror made it possible for them to see my reflection.  Although … Continue reading Bumpy Roads →