Like mother . . . not so like daughter
From the Heart My mom and I are alike in so many ways. The exceptions, mostly, have to do with sewing. My mom tried to teach me to sew. My…
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He said, she said
From the Heart What we have here is a failure to communicate. The plan was to meet our friends, Brad and Corinne, at BJ’s Brewhouse at HTC on Wednesday evening…
Unlikely friends
From the Heart “As long as nobody dies during a car deal, everything will be okay. Any issues can be worked out.” Wisdom given to me by my friend, Jay…
Oh the wonder, little woman
From the Heart Emily’s post on Facebook was simple and to the point. “I pray this world is saved before this little one realizes that it needs to be saved.”…
Oh the places I remember . . .
From the Heart On a typical Tuesday morning you can find me in therapy. Well actually, I will be having breakfast at the Uptown Cafe with my best friend and…
Somebody lived there
From the Heart It was 1975 when I bought my house. I bought it from the Hamptons but I always called it the Bentz house because they lived in it…
Thoughts from a broken heart
From the Heart It was 17 years ago when I received a call from my forever friend Patsy. Her 34 year old daughter had collapsed while exercising. I could not…
Facing the giant named Irma
From the Heart My mind knows the scripture Psalms 62:2: “He only is my rock and my salvation. My stronghold. I shall not be shaken.” I’ve read that scripture many…
Happy birthday, Grandma Janet
From the Heart Leah comes bouncing into the lanai (back porch) in Tampa. “Grandma, tomorrow is your birthday. How old will you be?” I laughed as I knew this would…
You are as young as you feel
From the Heart I have become even more acquainted with the importance of proper breathing and staying fit since Chuck and I began going to Yoga classes a few years…