Tag Archives: love
The Cardinal’s Song
He left the bar of soap upside down in its dish, melting; played the car radio too loud; lost his phone hourly; ignored the closet and piled his shoes by the front door; hogged the coat rack with his jackets; … Continue reading
Cooking
How did you learn to cook?
Eloquent Speech for these Unfortunate Situations
I’ve reached the age when more and more people I care about are sick, ailing or dying. I’m sympathetic and want to offer words of comfort, but most of what I can think of to say is stilted, shallow and … Continue reading
Past Paradise
When we were 12, we caught bullfrogs in the weeds near the lake. Their slippery legs slid through our fingers. As we let them go, she squealed, pretending to be scared. One day she ate a Popsicle that turned her … Continue reading
Meet Your Mom at the Airport !
My nephew recently reported that no, he wouldn’t pick up his 77-year-old mother from the airport. “Besides,” he said, “It’s easier to get a taxi, Uber or Lyft.” To that remark, I say: “Easier for whom?” Visiting your loved ones … Continue reading