Gone Fishin’
Gone Fishing? The internet, which as we all know is never wrong, right, says this phrase means: "If someone has gone fishing they are not very aware of what is happening around them. The idea is that the person is there but their mind isn’t.“ What a great idea!
Real Silk Hosiery
As I walk along Massachusetts Avenue near my home, there is a most intriguing side alley. So intriguing that I stopped there on today’s walk. As you approach the alley, you smell the scent of roses. One smells this faint, floral aroma before you get to its origin.
Ann Dancing
Today’s walk took me along Vermont Street and Massachusetts Avenue. It’s harder than I thought to be all alone on the streets of downtown.
Mindful Breaths
William Pleve, pictured above, is my great-grandfather on my mom’s side. He was born on February 29, 1876. That means in actual birthdays he would be only 36 years old as his birthday falls on Leap day, meaning he celebrates only every four years!.
Aaron not Hur
As I was driving home the other evening, the song came on “With A Little Help from My Friends.” I am not a Beatles’ fan, never have been; however, the words of this song do resonant with me.
Bamboo Labyrinth
After meandering around one woman’s vast back yard in Delaware, finding the large circle of striking cedar trees noted in the labyrinth description online and locating the entrance for the labyrinth amidst the trees, I was in awe of the path, the seclusion and the feeling of total security as I walked the path.
Robert Is My Neighbor
Instead of paying $95 a month to park in the lot next to my building, I play the parking game every day.
Leaving Your Mark
When my oldest son, Jason, was over in England, my daughter, Shannon, had his permission to drive his car. Unfortunately, she became involved in a minor fender bender and decided to have it repaired at an auto body shop, thinking her brother would never be the wiser.
Easter Pork & Beans
Easter, as with most holidays, was a big deal growing up. There were so many things to get done ahead of time to enjoy the day.
Tears of Present Pain
What brings tears to your eyes? We often do not know what will make tears well up inside of us and emerge. Sometimes it just happens, while at other times, it’s just so expected!
“Together”
Being an introvert, I enjoy being alone at times; however, being together is so much better most of the time.