Monthly Archives: March 2023

Making myself write gratitude daily has been a good practice for me for a number of reasons, especially this week. Generally I’m a very upbeat person, but I found it very easy to slip into sadness, thinking about our pup … Continue reading →

I remember precisely where I was when this photo was taken—how could I not?—on a bike path at Hillman Ferry Campground in the Land Between the Lakes in Kentucky. I was thirsty and had stopped for a drink of water. … Continue reading →

A staff member at the veterinary clinic we took Biscuit to called yesterday to say that her ashes were there to be picked up, whenever it was convenient. I’m grateful it’s just a short drive away, and that we arrived … Continue reading →

When I woke up yesterday morning, I did not know that I’d be putting my pup down less than 12 hours later, but that’s how the day played out. As I reflect on it now, I see that God was … Continue reading →

I’m grateful that I hear from my daughter, who lives in another state, most every day. If she can’t call, then she’ll email or text. This morning, via email, she told me how last night’s high school baseball game—which went … Continue reading →

We’ve been in Rockport for three months, and not once during that time have we had neither need nor desire to go to the nearest big city, Corpus Christi. In fact, we’ve taken the ferry over to Port Aransas less … Continue reading →

If ever I thought I lacked anything by not owning a home, I need only open my t-shirt drawer or clothes closet and it’s obvious: I have more than enough. Still, living in a motorhome at my age isn’t the … Continue reading →

I’ve been having mixed emotions about my husband verbally acknowledging that our previous way of dealing with our pup’s reoccurring tumors—surgery—wasn’t an option anymore. He didn’t elaborate, but I think I know what he meant. “I didn’t know you’d gotten … Continue reading →

I had an interesting experience at the laundromat yesterday. Actually, in the parking lot. I’d gone back to the car to knit while my throw rugs were being washed when I heard a woman’s voice nearby. “Excuse me, ma’am….” I … Continue reading →

Waking up to discover one of our pups had had an accident was not expected, but not entirely surprising given her age and physical condition. I’m grateful I’m past the irritation of getting up with her at all hours of … Continue reading →