The Will to Live
Sometimes, I sit and stare at a blank computer screen for a long time, waiting for the ideas to flow. It is always interesting when...
Lessons from a Hummingbird
So it happened for the second time this spring. A hummingbird flew into our garage and couldn't find its way out. Bless its tiny heart. I...
Clearing out the Weeds
I am blessed to have an amazing medical team. When you are battling a life-threatening illness, you want them to be empathetic and kind,...
Unplugged
Living out in the middle of nowhere can be lovely. There is the peaceful tranquility of being surrounded by nature. And a quiet morning...
Some Weeks are Easier than Others
Some weeks are easier than others. This one has been a challenge. It started with a terrible toothache and ended with a root canal....
Keep Smiling
The nurse enters the room where I lay on the gurney, my mind alternating between peace and fear. It isn’t an unusual place for me since I...