Why Men are so Happy
I don’t think I’ve ever said to God: “Why didn’t you make me a man instead of a woman?” God made me ME, and though I’ve sort of wished I’d been able to have given God a hand when He hand-crafted me and my exterior (i.e., “Why the ski-slope nose, skin that requires abundant sun…
Celebrating Our Differences
Once upon a time I started making Waikiki (beef) meatballs for my little family of four from my beloved Betty Crocker cookbook that was given to me as a wedding gift. Here I am 53 years later, still using that treasured cookbook and you can see I haven’t been too careful while making the sauce.…
It Takes Two
It Takes Two I’ve loved seeing this framed photo in the guest house every day since I’ve been here. Those are my two youngest grandsons — Brennan & Bryson. I’ve especially relished the beautiful landscape and the rare “brotherly love” moment. Not rare in the sense that they really love each other, but they are,…
Curb Appeal Matters
Having been a Real Estate Broker for over 16 years, I know that curb appeal matters. A rundown looking property detracts buyers, whereas a property that has an inviting and welcoming smile on its face aka fresh coat of paint, landscaping enhanced and tidy, clean appearance causes buyers to want to know more about that…
Two Are Better Than One
My photo inspiration today is my two youngest grandsons — Brennan & Bryson. I knew someday I’d get a caption for it. Today is that day. “You mean the world to me and my life just wouldn’t be the same without you.” How’s that for expressing gratitude for someone in our life? We all know…