Finding the Gold

Finding the Gold

According to statistics, a normal family size for American families these days is 2.5 kids.  Folks are surprised when we tell them we had six crammed into eight years and often ask how we did it. Chaos can be the norm when you are in the middle of it. Perhaps a better...
Faye’s Face Follies

Faye’s Face Follies

I recently had a type of skin resurfacing treatment done to my face. I thought it might be a good idea to get rid of the damage that years of sun–sun-worshipping had done to my skin. I also harbored a secret wish that some wrinkles might disappear with the treatment....
Chickens on the Beach

Chickens on the Beach

“What is this life if, full of care, We have no time to stop and stare”.  The Brave Flock Chickens might just be some of the bravest creatures on two legs. I have heard them stroll by KFC and (I swear) cackle in loud derision. I have seen them nonchalantly peck at...
Old Age

Old Age

Today, my seven-year-old grandson surprised me with the question: “Grandma, were you born old?” I guess it was a legitimate question since he’d only seen me in this senior’s disguise. Our grandson, with his limited range of life experience, has only known me as I am...
Choose Laughter

Choose Laughter

Angels can fly because they take themselves lightly. – Old Scottish proverb. ‘How important is laughter?’ I ask myself. ‘Critical,’ I answer. Laughter is a spark of reality for a tired world. It floats us above strife. Not for nothing do dentists call the stuff...