Looking Back at That Kitchen Chair

I sat in that 1960s aluminum kitchen dinette chair, faking bravery. My ears were about to be pierced! I was certain it was going to hurt, but I completely trusted the one holding the needle. Yes! Holding the needle! I wasn’t the first to sit in that chair. By the time it was my turn, … Continue reading Looking Back at That Kitchen Chair →

Watch the Raging Waters

A forbidden pleasure as a child was playing in the creek. The forbidden part—my mom was afraid for us to be around the creek because she was afraid of water. Her rule of thumb was simple: stay away from the creek—period. She knew that creeks could be soothing and calm, but they could also become … Continue reading Watch the Raging Waters →

Looking at the Love That Never Fails

Happy Valentine’s Day y’all! Today is a quiet day for me. I personally think it is a good day to reflect on love. I am missing a big chunk of my heart on this particular Valentine’s Day. The sweet thing is that I am surrounded by family and friends that are trying hard to fill … Continue reading Looking at the Love That Never Fails →