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The Ape and the Blockhead

Every now and then I must retreat from the quick fix of BREAKING NEWS to the contemplative idea of deep thought. My go-to during some of these moments of inspiration is C.S. Lewis. So, I go to my Apple library of next reads and open The Abolition of Man. Already, chapter 1 titled, Men WithoutContinue reading “The Ape and the Blockhead”

Trusts & Living Will

Today was the day to let it be known, and notarized, how we want to be cared for in the event we cannot care for ourselves. The power of the Health Care Agent can be broad. The specifics of responsibility can be cumbersome and overwhelming. One simple directive I can impose is the requirement toContinue reading “Trusts & Living Will”

My Life is Football!!! (repost)

Sad to say, the Commanders are not looking as sweet as they did this time last year. But, you are still here! May you continue to press on through every season of life. With great anticipation, I sat with my husband to watch the Commanders play. Will it be a win or will it beContinue reading “My Life is Football!!! (repost)”

Bird-in-Hand and The Ventriloquist

Fall is the season for long country drives. Last weekend we took an impromptu drive that landed us in Bird-in-Hand, PA. A small town filled with Amish persuasion of plentiful meals, beautiful craftsmanship, quiet peace; all with crowds of tourist. We spent the three hours waiting for the ventriloquist show walking through the markets, watchingContinue reading “Bird-in-Hand and The Ventriloquist”

Have you cleaned your screens lately?

It’s a very relaxing two weeks on stay-cation. Week one was filled with the sounds of children visiting us grandparents. It was filled with drive time to and from camp. It included game time playing, Flip 7, Scrabble, & Monopoly Cards. It included sitting around the fire pit roasting hotdogs and playing childhood memory games.Continue reading “Have you cleaned your screens lately?”