Idealistic vs. Realistic

While sitting at a business lunch, across from a gentleman who works at a university in the alumni donations space, the conversation turned to recent events in our country. Unless you have been living under a rock, there’s been a lot of unrest, to say the least....

Peel Me a Grape

There’s a jazz song that is titled, “Peel Me a Grape.” How do I know that? Because I sang it when I was with the jazz band…many moons ago. That being said, I had a dream last night—about grapes.  Well, I had quite a few dreams, actually. My...

After the Pain

I have been doing some research of late on the good things that came to certain people—after the pain. For Joseph and Job (famous characters in the Bible) I should say. Have you ever noticed that Joseph (the one we read about in the book of Genesis), you know the one...

Holy Week: Day 2

If you are just joining us today, don’t miss yesterday’s post. For the rest of you, welcome back! DAY 2: Saturday – The Sabbath Have you ever seen Fiddler on the Roof? If so, there’s a scene in there that shows the families of the town rushing...

It’s the Little Things.

It really is all about the little things in life. When someone holds the door for you, or assists  you with carrying a load. Maybe they call or text just to check in on you. Or perhaps it’s those extra summer vegetables you’re handed due to the abundance...

D-Day is June 6.

It seems that from the end of May to July is quite the time to be Patriotic. In that span of time we have: Memorial Day D-Day Remembrance Flag Day Independence Day I love this time of year. You can put the flags up and keep them up! It’s so cool. There’s a...