Gaining a heart of wisdom
Rising In time to taste the last slice Of apricot haze before morning sunshine -- I thought -- To be the giver. Peanut butter syrup simmering on the stove and An industrious waffle iron manufacturing perfect chocolate grids: The gift of a warm breakfast before a cold day of snowy mountain fun. Lanky Redwood forest… Continue reading Saturday’s Gift
A house full of "young men" doesn't happen overnight. Slippery things, boys are, one minute covered in chocolate frosting, And the next minute starting a career and a family. But there's always the baby, right? Sweet voice and smooth cheek in a baritone and bearded world. Until -- I look in the mirror and know… Continue reading What to Do When the Baby Turns Thirteen
Proud, sad, excited, wistful, full of memories, full of hope, we have said good-bye to college-bound sons. Or we have rejoiced at weddings and then gone home to wistful ponderings in an empty bedroom. What a privilege to know someone so well, to have such a vital connection and love, and then to let go.… Continue reading Catch and Release
Living Our Days 