A Stumble

A Stumble

I was so nervous that Doug might stumble, I surprised myself when I missed the curb . . . again.   Sigh.  I wacked my shin, skinned the old knee, and shook myself up pretty good. Not to mention Doug.   Nothing broken — just shaken — I can hold a paint brush and a cup...
Counting the Cost of Our Conflicts

Counting the Cost of Our Conflicts

How much did the impeachment trial cost? Not just money – but what did the impeachment cost our national character? I guess that’s one answer the history books will reveal.   There are many men of principle in both parties in America, but there is no party of...
A Holiday MUG and Its Timely Lesson

A Holiday MUG and Its Timely Lesson

I couldn’t fit a favorite mug properly in the bin for our Christmas Mugs. And I was not unhappy to keep that funny reminder of the holidays eye level throughout the winter. Doug’s sister gave us a pair of these sledding bears years ago. Polar bears and owls are among...
Popcorn and a Penny

Popcorn and a Penny

Unpopped popcorn kernels and a penny were too much for our mighty garbage disposal, freezing it in mid-revolution. What to do? Call a plumber, which we were about to do when our daughter reminded us of the wrench that came with the garbage disposal. It’ s a type of...