He hated being late, and they knew it. He had sent out memos before about last-minute projects, but still they kept pushing for more time. Their enthusiasm was appreciated, but it had to stop. If his schedule was off even a few minutes, people could be missed, children would suffer, and that was completely unsatisfactory. … Continue reading Don’t drive drowsy ~ Santa’s cautionary tale
Month: December 2010
Morning waits
In the early morning hours, when the house is asleep, the only noise heard is the soft snores of an ancient dog, deep in REM, young once more, chasing squirrels across the backyard. Lights have been turned off, blinds drawn, backs turned away from the eastern windows in anticipation of an anxious sun. Children, no … Continue reading Morning waits
Graffiti Wisdom: Peace, I’m Out!
“Don't Take Anything Personally. Nothing others do is because of you. What others say and do is a projection of their own reality, their own dream. When you are immune to the opinions and actions of others, you won't be the victim of needless suffering.” ~ Don Miguel Ruiz During my entire life, I've put … Continue reading Graffiti Wisdom: Peace, I’m Out!
Weekly Winners – foggy, sort of…
Finally got out of the house, even the rain couldn't keep me in... thank you big jacket and water-resistant lens bags. I spotted the deer near the entrance of one of the parks I visited this week. Pulling to the side of the road, I dropped the window and tried to not scare him away. … Continue reading Weekly Winners – foggy, sort of…
A white lightning Christmas
With the return of my oldest from college, our family finally began the task of decorating for Christmas. The first order of business was to assemble our Christmas tree, an artificial tree. Having lived in Florida for nearly 15 years, I can't remember the last time we had a real tree. As a kid there … Continue reading A white lightning Christmas
Do they know it’s Christmas
If another person wearing a saccharine smile oozed out a holiday greeting there would be blood. Bell ringers stationed outside were avoided with military precision, as she zig-zagged through hordes of shoppers. Standing at center court, she was overwhelmed by a sea of hideous Christmas sweaters. Music blared from every corner. The childish song lied. … Continue reading Do they know it’s Christmas
Thin spiral notebook 