Super Special

There are times when I reminiscence about childhood memories with one or more of my siblings.  Most of the events we discuss would not have been possible without the people involved in those recollections.  Some folk pass in and out of our lives without much fanfare,...

Soup-er selections for the New Year

I think all the hubbub of the Christmas season finally got to me.  I found myself pushed to the limits of my strength many times; however, I kept on going.  The last few days before the holiday were quite stressful and I did something I was determined not to...

Be careful what you carry into the New Year

It’s the day after Christmas.  The presents are unwrapped.  Leftovers from dinner reside in the refrigerator.  Long lines that now form at the stores are for returns instead of gift-buying.  Some folks return to work after the holiday, while others...

It happened in September

Travel back in time with me – thirty-six years, to be exact.  I was expecting our third child at any time; the baby’s due date was September 12th.  I felt like I had swallowed a watermelon. Although I was prepared for the birth of my little one, I didn’t want to...

What’s up with 12?

Here are some things you probably already know: There are twelve eggs in a dozen. There are twelve months in a year. There are twelve inches in a foot. Now for something you may not realize: Once these words are in print and I cut them out of the newspaper and place...