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Snowmageddon 2021

Winter to Remember – Snowmageddon 2021

Of all the years in my memory, snowmageddon 2021 (the name coined for February 14-19, 2021 in Texas) stands to remain the winter to remember–forever. I always say we’re more likely to experience a white Valentine’s Day than a white Christmas. A native Texan, I know what winters look like. The coldest days wait for […]

Outhouse

Does God Heal Lateral Lines?

“Your lateral lines have failed. I’m sorry.” I didn’t fully understand what lateral lines failing meant, but as a homeowner with a sick septic tank, it couldn’t be good. An antique septic system came with my home. Yep – more than 30 years old, it worked well until January. Suddenly (or maybe not so suddenly) […]

Sicker Than a Dog

102? No way – I don’t have time to be sick the week before Christmas. The Tuesday before Christmas, I ended the day not feeling so great. Wednesday, I felt bad, but in response to my friend’s question I replied, “No. I’m not sick.” By ten that night, I conceded. Definitely sicker than a dog, […]

Christmas Presents

Handmade Christmas Gifts

Buying Christmas gifts produces a great deal of stress. As promised last week, I’m sharing a few ideas for making this year fun with handmade Christmas gifts while decreasing stress. Besides the financial benefits, creative efforts somehow soothe the soul, perhaps bringing back memories of a more simple time. Enjoy reading the ideas in this […]