If You Know How to Use It
I read this morning a fascinating quote from E.Stanley Jones: “A young army officer said this, ‘Weather, in war, is always favorable, if you know
November 22, 2011
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Live With Flair
(my daily blog)
Just In Case
When my youngest daughter even thinks we might leave for a long outing, she gathers essentials just in case. She compiles all her jewels just
November 18, 2011
When Everything Aligns
I’m driving to work, and I pull up beside a yellow school bus. The children inside wave and giggle. I motion back with an exaggerated
September 30, 2011
Perceiving Contrast Brings Pleasure
I learn today how sensitive the human eye is to contrast. In fact, perceiving contrast brings pleasure. We actually enjoy it. This explains why I
June 8, 2011
I Forgot to Tell You. . .
I forgot to tell you that the lilacs are blooming. That’s what we smell on the walk to school. We bury our noses in lilacs.
May 26, 2011
These Aren’t Interruptions
I’m in the university library to find the article I want on neuroscience and writing. I’m suddenly interrupted by the pull of the juvenile fiction
January 7, 2011
Answer with Joy
Winterberry Holly This weekend, I could not help my fascination with winterberry holly. I love how vibrant the berries appear against a drab late-autumn landscape.
November 22, 2010
Am I Willing?
Driving through central Pennsylvania, I gaze with wonder at the work of Amish families on their farms. Through the warmth and convenience of my car,
November 20, 2010
You Cannot Contain This
My morning begins by watching children race down the street so the speed limit monitor sign records their speed. I still haven’t had enough coffee
November 18, 2010
The Ache You Need
My little one’s molar has been hurting her for months. She’s already had a root canal (we definitely needed to invoke the Bad Day Mantra
October 1, 2010