“As you get older three things happen. The first is your memory goes, and I can’t remember the other two.” ~ Norman Wisdom While nearly everyone forgets on occasion, they don’t come close to the prevalence of amnesia on soap operas. This common storyline reoccurs so often, I think the writers “forget” how recently they…
With the nicer weather, I am willing to go outdoors more often. One of the advantages of our community is a well-maintained bike trail. There are many options and they remain busy with individuals, families and groups on bicycles as well as joggers, walkers, and the occasional skateboard. Because I don’t like heat, I prefer…
Where did the time go…and why isn’t my child keeping up? Years (and years) ago, I was pregnant with my first child at the same time an actress on a popular soap opera was also pregnant. We delivered the same week, both having healthy boys. When I was getting ready for my five-year-old son to…
After serving together on women’s retreat committee, some friends and I emerged as friends. This connection has stood the test of time and we keep in touch mainly through social media and texting. At least once or twice a year, we try to gather together for a weekend of food, fun, and fellowship. We play…
A few years ago, my husband and I took a road trip through several states visiting national parks and other interesting places. We put a lot of miles on our car and captured amazing pictures. However, I failed to get a photo of a welcome sign as we passed through Portales NM. I wasn’t sure…
Until COVID-19 changed our plans, porta-potties would be lined up for county fairs and other outside events. For some, this would be their only experience with outhouses. While they share the same function, they don’t have the same, shall we say, ambience. Some may never have experienced the “thrill” of clearing cobwebs especially when the…
