On July 20, 1999, I am reminded to count my blessings.
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A LIFE BEYOND PERFECT
In four short days, I have learned of five deaths, most unrelated but all with the bitter taste of needless loss. They were young, distanced from the reality of their own mortality. I find myself dwelling on the loved ones left behind, and [...]
Archive for December, 2008
A LIFE BEYOND PERFECT
Posted in REFLECTIONS, tagged appreciating life, appreciating our children, early death, John Kennedy Jr on December 19, 2008 | 2 Comments »
WITH MY DAD, IT’S ONE STORY AFTER ANOTHER
Posted in LAUGHTER, tagged a senior's zest for life, active seniors, living in the moment on December 15, 2008 | 6 Comments »
I visit this space two or three times a day, drawn by an overwhelming urge to write. With one arm in a cast, it’s just not going to be that easy. Five minutes of trying and my one good hand is stiff and sore and wanting to slap me. While I “not-so-patiently” wait to heal, I [...]
OUT FOR REPAIR
Posted in DEAR READERS, LAUGHTER, tagged Add new tag on December 12, 2008 | 2 Comments »
I have loads to say about my father’s leg amputation last week. My emotions have been all over the place and hours in hospital waiting rooms inspire all sorts of writing ideas. Unfortunately, some of it will have to wait for a bit while I nurse a broken left wrist. Alas, I am but a cliche. [...]
