Blog: Empowered Living
Moments
The day started slowly. The dim light coming through the bedroom window fooled me as…
Go back in time…take someone with you
My youngest son was in town for a spell so he came by for some…
Couldawouldashoulda
In youth, there is a distraction that, when older, can become an anchor. It can…
Small assignments…can change your life
It was seventh or eighth grade and Mrs. Owens, my English teacher at St. Cecilia,…
Dust Devils and Kickball…rethinking “organization”
I’ve been thinking about the tendency to organize everything. Instead of sandlot ball or pick-up…
Irresistibility
A few weeks ago, I watched a bunch of youngsters playing in puddles in a…
Remember this rule?
In the “old days,” it was not uncommon for parents, teachers and friends to cite…
Mom was right
My mom would occasionally say, particularly during my years as a teenager, “You’re gonna miss…
Moments…and more to come. Happy New Year!
2023 was a doozy, wasn’t it? 2024 portends to be doozier! Who knows what will…
Gloria!
Wishing you and yours a merry and blessed Christmas. This photo came from my photo-of-the-day…