I had not spoken with my dear friend for several months, so we had a lot of catching up to do. About 45 minutes into the conversation, we had moved past “what’s been going on” and entered into “what’s around the bend.” I listened with genuine interest as my friend told me about travel plans, upcoming family milestones, a busy… Read More
As I walked out of my hotel room that day, I remember feeling satisfied with my appearance. I had chosen a comfortable, but stylish outfit that seemed fitting for the occasion and flattering on me. I had taken a little extra time with my makeup and gotten every hair in place before lightly spraying it. And a new necklace and… Read More
My younger brother and I once had the opportunity to attend a press event at Six Flags Over Georgia. With the park closed to all but a few hundred travel writers, we had the chance to experience every ride numerous times without waiting in lines. We were treated to a full barbecue meal before entering the gates. And once in the park we could… Read More
I fell into a friendship pit. I don’t want you to do the same. You didn’t know there was such a thing? Read on… Not Just Comic Relief When I study Proverbs I have to remind myself that I’m not reading the biblical equivalent of Ann Landers. Perhaps you, too, have grinned at some of Solomon’s proverbs, brushing them off as comic relief in… Read More
Red, fragrant spaghetti sauce splattered on the street in front of my house. Would I try to wipe it up or just let the monsoon rain lick it clean? I looked at the bright blue sky and decided the Arizona monsoon was not my faithful friend that day. I had dropped the jar of sauce from my grocery bag and I would have… Read More
I’m at my parents’ house in Georgia for a couple of weeks. I enjoy visiting my parents for so many reasons, but one of the quirkiest reasons I love being here is that I’m not in charge of much of anything. They have a dog, but I don’t have to feed her. They have a garden, but I don’t have to… Read More