In 2008 we lived in a nearly idyllic bayside community in Galveston, catching fish and crab in our literal back yard while soaking up salty sea spray and sun rays. Until Ike, a Category 4 hurricane, plowed right over our shores and into our homes. Ike turned island living into years of construction and boarded up homes and businesses. In the aftermath, one of our cats disappeared. We officially grieved his loss until a bedraggled version of him returned four weeks later. Oh the joy and celebration! And the mystery. Despite our pleas, he would never reveal how he’d spent those weeks away.
Last week, more than 14 years later, we said a very tearful goodbye to Ami Gray. There will be no returning from unknown circumstances after a storm but along with that sadness are happy memories of those bonus years. If you are a pet lover, you know in the deep trenches of your heart you will one day tell them a permanent goodbye. Don’t dwell on that. Enjoy every purring, ruffing, howling, scratching, tail-wagging or lap-sitting moment and count it all as joy, even the litter boxes and early morning wet-nose wake-ups.
Exploring Up Close…
I recently went exploring with two of our granddaughters. We donned safari hats, carried tote bags with snacks and a magnifying glass tucked into one pocket. I love that our new home came with a green space across the street, something I missed in our townhome that we moved from last year. You forget how…
Quote of the Week…
“Gratitude is the healthiest of all human emotions. The more you express gratitude for what you have, the more likely you will have even more to express gratitude for.” Zig Ziglar, 1926- 2012
My Easter Basket…
Happy Easter Monday, the second day of Easter Week which is sometimes called the Octave of Easter; eight days spanning from Easter Sunday to “Bright” Sunday. In the Christian tradition, the miracle of Christ’s resurrection is the most holy of celebrations. Easter stands for rebirth and renewal, perfectly coinciding with the bright green promise of…
Quote of the Week…
“You can’t depend on your eyes when your imagination is out of focus.” Mark Twain, 1835 – 1910
Chasing Dreams…
I’ve been hanging out in Limbo Land lately as I grapple with redefining goals. I wonder if I’ve been chasing a one-dimensional, even tainted dream. Who decided that the only success for a life dedicated to writing includes a big publishing deal? More importantly, why did I buy into it? The creative act, in and…
Quote of the Week…
“The best and most beautiful things in the world cannot be seen or even touched – they must be felt with the heart.” Helen Keller, 1880 – 1968
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