This cast stone elephant is charming, isn't it? It is one of two that are part of the Hertzberg Circus Collection. For many years it and its companion stood in front of the former San Antonio Public Library at 210 W. Market Street. Everytime I walked by the building it never failed to make me … Continue reading The Little Elephant
June 14th is celebrated as Flag Day; however, it is one of the lesser known American observances. The flag had been created by a resolution of the Second Continental Congress on June 14, 1777. Various celebrations had been taking place for many years to honor the American flag, but it wasn't until 1916 that President Woodrow Wilson issued … Continue reading Flag Day
Where is this doorway and what does it lead to? I will tell you that from 1950 until 1989 it was covered over in the name of "modernization". Curious? Of course, so hop on over to Doorway Into the Past and find out the answers to these questions and much more!
One day last week I had a long-promised adventure day which didn't turn out quite like I had planned. But it's always okay because that's what adventure is all about, right? For $2.75 you can buy a one-day bus pass in the city where I live and ride any bus anywhere all day. Not a … Continue reading Adventure day
We all need things to look forward to, even if they're just something small and important only to us. But we also need those little surprise moments that stun a little and then lead to a smile or maybe even a good laugh. This work gave me one of those little surprises. At first I … Continue reading It’s made out of…what?
God’s love has been poured into our hearts through the Holy Spirit that has been given to us. Romans 5:5 NRSV Love so amazing, so divine. God’s love is poured down upon us just as water in a fountain cascades down filling one level after another. He doesn’t use a funnel that’s wide at the … Continue reading The Overflowing Fountain
My poor, very crowded mimosa tree is loading up with blooms. Early morning, through the day, and in the evening they fill the air with a gentle scent that is fragrant and very soothing without being over powering like honeysuckle. I enjoy the delicate blossoms way up on the tree, but they do make a … Continue reading Mimosa Time (not the drink!)
There's something so refreshing about a bite of ice-cold watermelon on a hot afternoon. Recently I bought a small watermelon to chill and slice. The stores market them as "personal size" melons which always makes me smile, but they are ideal for just one person to eat over a few days. It had been a … Continue reading The Watermelon
I’ve always loved to work puzzles and generally have one spread out on the breakfast table at any time. If company is coming and I need to use this table I just spread a table cloth over it and tell the company not to spill anything. Family knows what’s underneath and will usually pull back … Continue reading Life and the puzzle or The puzzle and life
The handwriting debate (cursive vs printing and legible vs illegible) is nothing new. It's been going on since the caveman started drawing on walls. Mothers have moaned over children's handwriting and complained about the new methods for a long time! So, on a recent visit to the Texas State Capitol I had to laugh as … Continue reading The handwriting issue
It is the small, simple things of life that bring us peace
Four Paws and Two Humans Traveling Down The Road of Retirement
A Vermont innkeeper's recipe box of seasonal vintage dishes, reimagined for today's cooks.
Behind the door of every old building there's a story waiting to be revealed...
It is the small, simple things of life that bring us peace
It is the small, simple things of life that bring us peace
It is the small, simple things of life that bring us peace
Growing and harvesting a bounty of blessings in my potager.
RV, other Travels and Home Life in Retirement
Make every moment count
histories of unconventional southerners
It is the small, simple things of life that bring us peace
It is the small, simple things of life that bring us peace
It is the small, simple things of life that bring us peace
It is the small, simple things of life that bring us peace
Tales From The Law Office
Sports, Life and Other Commentary
The Bold, Beautiful and Bizarre World of Royal Millinery
It is the small, simple things of life that bring us peace
It is the small, simple things of life that bring us peace
It is the small, simple things of life that bring us peace
Food and More
It is the small, simple things of life that bring us peace
It is the small, simple things of life that bring us peace
It is the small, simple things of life that bring us peace
It is the small, simple things of life that bring us peace
It is the small, simple things of life that bring us peace
It ain't all moonlight and magnolias
Mississippi architecture, preservation, old buildings every where, and on occasion, country philosophy and soap-boxing.
Small Simple Things of Life 