I read this piece - written to a friend a couple of years ago - at another friend's 50th birthday party tonight. It was great fun to hear his laughter. The last time I bought a hair dryer, Bill Clinton was president. It was early enough in his presidency that we still thought he would … Continue reading When you are old, everything reminds you
life
Heroes
Hero: a person who, in the opinion of others, has heroic qualities or has performed a heroic act and is regarded as a model or ideal. (dictionary.reference.com) Real heroes don't ride in on white horses to save the day. They are not inspired by ego, by the need to be thanked, recognized, or rewarded; they are … Continue reading Heroes
Grace and faith
It's a new year, and time to get back to working on The Book. I've posted a new excerpt (read it on The Book page), one that seems especially appropriate for the spirit of renewal that takes over (we hope) this time of year. It's about grace. Grace can find us at the oddest times, … Continue reading Grace and faith
Happy xmas!
Dateline: 25 December 2010 Reuters news service reported early today that Time was stolen late last year. The shocking theft was uncovered in a Central Intelligence Agency memo posted on the infamous Wikileaks web site. The memo went on to document the U.S. government’s involvement in the cover up of the theft of Time. The … Continue reading Happy xmas!
What makes a good day?
A walk with your old dog, without getting rained on. A trip to the local post shop, to send the last of your xmas packages off in the mail - to friends old and new. A chat with a friend across a nine-hour time difference, celebrating her daughter's fourth birthday. A great cup … Continue reading What makes a good day?
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