The most precious piece of art I have in the home, is the one hanging over my bed. It simply says, “Always kiss me goodnight.” Although I do not have an earthly being to portray this special endearment to, this serves as a friendly reminder that I should honor God for the day I’ve completed. … Continue reading Words & Gifts
The month of February offers much to celebrate. It is the month where love is illustrious, it is Black History month, and it is recognized by the Heart Association as American Heart Month. In thought and spirit, it declares a time of pure and generous succor. Elucidating comfort to those who may have good satisfying … Continue reading Love Hurts?
When I am not in the throes of work or school, for me, fighting the tendency to stay put as long as I can, is always a major task. I enjoy staying put. No need to be here, there, and everywhere, has always been my motto. Books, fine music, the occasional episode of Vera 🙂 … Continue reading Healing by Surrender
I look forward to January every year for it is the time when many catalogs displaying heirloom seeds arrive in my mailbox. As a farmer/gardener, this brings me good joy as the careful planning process begins. I use the word careful in the context that although I want to plant so much, I must limit … Continue reading A Life So Simple & Uncomplicated
For the first time in my lifetime, I have chosen to spend Christmas day alone. I have been considering this idea for a few months now. Honestly though, I was a bit apprehensive to share my decision with family and friends, alike. When I finally did, I was quite surprised of the many who responded … Continue reading Simple Choices of My Heart
A week before Christmas I write this not as hasty material, but more so based on characteristics preserved by great truths of love, grace, and forgiveness. On this early morning, my words are not coincidental. They are not rushed. Instead their aim is to augment my expressions, feelings, and desires at this most precious time … Continue reading This Sort of Love
This year, my daughter is hosting her first Thanksgiving dinner, which means that I can sit back and relax. Well, maybe? The invitation to dinner came through a text from her boyfriend a few weeks ago. I graciously accepted. Shortly after my acceptance, I received a text from them both, asking me to bring several … Continue reading A Humble Path
I am always fascinated by the theories of autonomy and relatedness as basic social needs and cultural paradigms. Definitions differ, but both quite significant for understanding chosen paths. A recent conversational antecedent grounded in cultural representation, paved the way for me to briefly touch on why my daily gratitude is occasionally led by my personal … Continue reading My Way Home
13th November, 2019: 2 am (MST) The decision to relinquish a client is always difficult for me. Honestly, I have found it to be quite daunting at times. But once it has been done, the freedom experienced is like calcium to my aging bones. I am no longer stifled in my creativity. My walk is … Continue reading Something More
23rd of October, 2019-11:00 am (MST) On a phone call, on a balmy day last summer my ultra-feminist friend said to me…Wear slacks! Don’t wear a skirt! I was planning a visit to a different friend in the southern regions of Colorado. I said “No, I’ll wear a skirt. A skirt will be cooler and … Continue reading Making Sense Of It All