Author Archives: Maria

A lot has happened this week. Two horrific hurricanes struck the United States in just a matter of a couple of weeks recently, and I’ve had a sense of wanting to do something, but didn’t know what…probably because we’ve gone … Continue reading →

As far back as I can recollect, my emotions have always been hard to contain. My earliest memory of being frustrated was when I was 3 or 4 years old, and resulted in me chewing off all the fingers of … Continue reading →

A dear friend gently reminded me last week that I hadn’t posted here in a while, and I’m grateful she called me on it. Defensively, I was quick to respond by telling her that I still do write gratitude every … Continue reading →

Nearly two weeks later, the saga—caused by the reaction of someone to my display of the American flag—continues, in a good way. And how I caught wind of it was remarkable, too. Thursday is Game Day for a few of … Continue reading →

October 8, 2023 You could have knocked me over with a feather yesterday when the man who, just one week ago, chastised me for the way my flag is hung and berated my Americanism, apologized. I’d just returned from a … Continue reading →

9/30/23 Today is Saturday, the day after returning from a weeklong trip with family. I was in the process of loading up my kayak in the golf cart to go on a nice, leisurely, peaceful paddle this morning when a … Continue reading →

September 15, 2023 Every friend who comes into our world are gifts from God, but for one reason or another, some are more special. The news of the sudden passing of one of my special friends is the inspiration for … Continue reading →

While perusing the card selection at Mennard’s the other day, I came across this one and fell out laughing. I immediately thought of several people I could send this to, and I couldn’t wait to do so. I sent the … Continue reading →

I’ve just spent the past two hours spinning my wheels and I’m frustrated. So I’m writing, which is much more productive than being disgruntled. I’m grateful for the outlet. Our women’s fellowship here at the RV resort desired to upgrade … Continue reading →

Sometimes I’m asked why our flag hangs upside down, and I’m grateful for the door to conversation being opened. I say that it’s a signal that our country is in distress, and it is if you consider poor leadership at … Continue reading →