Category Archives: Family
Family: By the Bedside
Note: Recently in class, I had my students pick a drawer, shelf, box or cabinet about which to write. I wanted them to think about why it was their favorite and know what it contained. Why was it special? That … Continue reading
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Family: An Abecedarian in Karen’s Honor
Christmas without Karen After midnight, at 12:05 a.m. exactly began a new round of family celebration – with one conspicuous absence. Dare we go on and be excited about the day’s symbolism, familiar family routines and traditions? “Go ahead, it’s … Continue reading
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Family and Fun: How Cheesy
Today, it was buggy-to-buggy traffic inside my hometown Publix. I was mom’s assistant and hoping to help her pare down her errand list so she could enjoy Christmas Eve without added food runs to feed the 14 – the number … Continue reading
Fun and Family: Making Do
“So, did you and dad get tired after putting 15 ornaments on the tree?” my oldest son asked the other night. His question brought to the forefront that life is changing – kids are moved out – kids are working … Continue reading
Family: More Ties and More Love
You may not know this about me but I am adopted. Don’t get me wrong, I love my natural, nuclear, biological family, but I also have another and I’d like to introduce you. My new family adopted me in the … Continue reading
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Guest Post: Family, Faith, Fun and FINISH LINES!
“You must feel so much better!” That’s what most people say when they find out I have lost 112 pounds. My answer? “Well, actually I never really felt bad.” You see I never felt sick. You could say I was … Continue reading
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FAMILY: Of Geese and Dental Visits
I’m in the middle of a 3-month-long treatment to correct my shifting teeth. How dare they after I endured braces from 4th through 9th grades and oral surgery to remove 11 teeth! So here I am at 7:30 a.m. one … Continue reading
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FUN, FAMILY and FAITH: The Trifecta
I thought I was going to visit my sister and her family to celebrate my oldest nephew’s high school graduation and to be at his party. God knew I needed a day off, a road trip with my family and … Continue reading
FAMILY and FUN: Of Suitcases and Smiles
Today when you mention suitcases, it probably accompanies a rise in blood pressure. Is it small enough to fit on board a plane? In your trunk? Can you pack inside everything you need? If you’re flying, is there’s a … Continue reading
Family: Life is a Highway
Yes, the analogy is already a little dated, but the High School Muscial song, “Life is a Highway” is pretty descriptive of life at times, isn’t it? Sometimes I’m in the left hand lane, zipping by, wondering what others are … Continue reading
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