Yearly Archives: 2014
Are You Suffering from FSS?
I wasn’t aware of FSS until very recently. But, after reviewing the symptoms, I am sure that I’m a victim of this dreaded condition. Here are a few of the symptoms of FSS. Opening your front door to what … Continue reading
Hidden Mickeys
When you’ve visited Disney World or Disneyland have you ever hunted for “hidden Mickeys?” For those of you who have not enjoyed either of these vacation destinations, or for the uninitiated Disney fan, let me explain this Disney … Continue reading
Old Friends
I ran into an old friend the other day. After a quick catch-up session, I realized how wonderful it is to see a friend you haven’t seen in a long time. Old friends have a special place in our lives–or … Continue reading
Happy Birthday Mom
Today would have been my Mom’s birthday. She would have been ninety two years old—which, no matter how you figure it, is old. I often wonder what she would have been like as a really old lady. I’m pretty sure … Continue reading
Wedding
There was a wedding in my family this past weekend—a celebration of and an affirmation that love does exist. It was a wonderful weekend, bringing together family from both coasts and points south and west. The bride and groom … Continue reading
It’s Okay to Cry
Tears. Crying. Sobbing. Some people can’t stand the sight of tears. They feel uncomfortable when someone in their midst starts to cry. They’ll hand you tissues and tell you that you don’t need to cry. Even demand that … Continue reading
Lan Su Chinese Garden
In the heart of downtown Portland, Oregon is the Lan Su Chinese Garden which is built on the site of a former parking lot. It’s modeled after gardens found in Portland’s sister city of Suzhou, China. The name Lan Su … Continue reading
Portland, Oregon
I visited my daughter a few weeks ago in Portland, Oregon where she lives. Portland is a city I thought I knew something about. A few years ago, I did a PowerPoint presentation for the Travel Club in … Continue reading
This is Buffalo? Really?
Okay, I’ll admit it, I’m very sensitive to the way my hometown of Buffalo, New York is portrayed in plays, movies and TV shows. I lived in Buffalo for more than fifty years. I found it to … Continue reading
I Was Thinking
“I was thinking about my mother the other day,” Lori said. Rick looked up, rattled his newspaper and stared at her. “Yes,” he intoned. “Well, you know that it’s getting harder and harder for her to get up … Continue reading