Be Nice or Leave

Be Nice or Leave

My husband and I love to entertain. As gregarious people, living in a open plan house on an ample lot with an expansive view, we feel compelled to share. Our home embodies our spirits of peace and joy. But some invitees have tresspassed on our goodwill and brought...
Who I’d choose to be –

Who I’d choose to be –

If for one day you could be anyone or *thing* in the world, what would it be? Describe, tell why, and any themes, goals, or values they/it inspire in you. My response to this dynamic question is different than it would have been a year ago. Then, I might have chosen...
Seeking Peace and Joy

Seeking Peace and Joy

Purpose of this group: To share and encourage. Writers can express doubts and concerns without fear of appearing foolish or weak. Those who have been through the fire can offer assistance and guidance. It’s a haven for insecure writers of all kinds! January 8 question...
Goofy is Good.

Goofy is Good.

‘The dog is created especially for children. He is the god of frolic.’  -Henry Ward Beecher I like this quote. It’s apt for our dog, Sparky, whose name implies who he is. He has a joyful personality, which aligns with my paradigm for life: peace and...
The Constancy of Chores Mediated Quarantine

The Constancy of Chores Mediated Quarantine

I used to eschew chores that were never over and done. Recycled tediousness, like making the bed. Washing dishes, doing laundry. A need for meticulousness that was never seen. Necessary to health certainly, yet – in the absurd year of COVID that 2020 has been...