New in Town

Arizona’s mountain tapestry enveloped us as we approached.  Saguaros raised an arm-or multiples-in hello. The ocotillo’s crimson halo and gown of green enticed.  This is to be our home! The steps leading up to this moment were quick ones.  As the town approached and we emerged from our caravan of two with our golden retriever, … More New in Town

A Positive High School Memory

Kindness is all-powerful. One day two decades later, an individual elects to write about  a high school experience.  In the story, a reaction to recent and ongoing sorrowful tragedies, compromised interpersonal relationships and bullying, you read that one child had a positive effect on another at a vulnerable age. Something compelled Michael Miller to recall that positive human interaction. The author’s youthful perception of … More A Positive High School Memory

Irishisms

Irish eyes Irish coffee Irish luck Irish jig Irish fairy tale Irish pub Irish countryside Irish tradition Irish music Irish whiskey Irish charm What would you add to the list of Irishisms?

Lessons from Ken

Ken died one evening in August as Hurricane Isaac grew strength in Florida. During the day, grandchildren Brad and Mason kayaked in the floods that overcame Wellington.  Hospice caregivers and delivery of supplies and medications were ineffective against nature.  His wife and family, mounting a much stronger defense against the storm, were at his side as he … More Lessons from Ken