My dad was in the Navy from 1948 to 1950. He would often talk about some of the friends he made during those years. One such friend was Payton. I don't remember Payton's first name, but I do remember the man. When I was growing up, my mom and dad would pack us kids up in whatever vehicle we … [Read more...] about Glorious
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Precious
When Chris and I married, we spent a week down in Seaside, FL. It was over 33 years ago, and that little town wasn't what it is today! If you've never been, you should at least drive through it some time. Every colorful cottage and house has a name. The one we stayed in was named … [Read more...] about Precious
Good to Know
When you feel down for any reason-pain, sickness, sadness, etc.-where do your thoughts go? Tomorrow marks the 11 year anniversary of my Daddy's death. It is so hard to believe it has been that many years, but in another way it seems like yesterday. I believe we can change our negative … [Read more...] about Good to Know
Solo
There's a show on the History channel that we like to watch called Alone. People sign up to go out to a location and be totally alone. They have 10 items of their own choosing to take with them. Other than those 10 items, a first aid kit, and a satellite phone, there is nothing. They forage, set … [Read more...] about Solo
The Scariest Place
When I was a kid, my family would go to Fair Park at the Nashville Fairgrounds and ride all the rides. The scariest and best one was the wooden roller coaster that always came off the track at the big curve. What a thrill it was! As a preteen, my friend's brother once snuck us in to a rated R … [Read more...] about The Scariest Place
Don’t Call It Like You See It
Sometimes, I am not really smart, but at present I know something better than the dictionary. When I asked my computer to define joy, it said a feeling of great pleasure and happiness. Well, that is wrong. Joy isn't a feeling. Sometimes, joy can put a smile on your face because it makes … [Read more...] about Don’t Call It Like You See It