There was a time thirty-five years ago, I thought I’d have little ones attached to my leg forever. They favored my left leg, consequently I had one toned, muscular leg. I could move three children at one time, just by taking a few steps. I was an Uber of an old dimension. During those…
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Anticipation, The Ballet and a New Tea Set
I am one of those people who gets so excited anticipating a vacation, a concert, a wedding, or any other fun event away from everyday life. I admit having expectations isn’t always a good thing, but I love them. When I was a kid, my sister and I would pack for our July vacation in Sea Isle…
The Star Behind The Blinds
Complete darkness filled the bunk house at the Beautiful Network of Woman’s retreat in Texas. The only sound was the breathing of eight other women tucked in nearby bunks. I lie in the darkness wondering where the bathroom was. Without turning on a light, I was stuck in the darkness. My lower bunk was near a…
Something Is Missing At The Royal Wedding
With all the buzz about the upcoming royal wedding, I can’t help feeling that something is missing. Although, flowers have been delivered, the bride’s dress is awaiting her, the horses are practicing their parade route, security is in place, and the media has taken over the town, I still feel something is missing. The female…
A Rainy Morning With God
It’s a very rainy Wednesday morning. The dogs are refusing to go out. They each took one step onto the back porch and retreated back quickly. I’m tempted to sit on the back porch with my coffee and listen to the rain tapping on the roof. The palm trees are swishing, calling me to come…
Things We Need to Ban
Rather than focus on personal responsibility, I think we need to remove the following things from our lives: Cupcakes, pies and cookies- While these treats are very enjoyable, the sugar can lead to diabetes and tooth decay. Rather than expect people to eat in moderation and brush their teeth, they shall be removed from the…
Aged to Imperfection
It happened so gradually, I barely noticed that my perfection had slipped away. My memory, which never failed me, decided to take a month off and head to Key West, all by itself. This was actually a relief. It would save me the stress of finding my bathing suit, sunscreen and whatever else I might…
Alfie Meets God
Today I’m praying very hard for Alfie’s family. I cannot imagine having to fight to keep my child alive. I can’t imagine being told someone else will make decisions about my child; someone who never welcomed into the world, rocked him, stayed up into the wee hours of morning with him when he had a…
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Keeping Me Safe By Sharon Gehman
This story is a chapter in Angel bumps. Please enjoy! It was very unusual that I would be driving the family car, while towing a trailer. In fact I think it was the only time I ever did, and it turned out to be memorable. My husband always did the driving, but he was…
The Triangle Angel Bump
Chris is my cousin who had Downs Syndrome. I remember looking at her in the bassinet and hearing the aunts and uncles discussing the report from the doctor. She didn’t look like anything was wrong to me. I thought she was just perfect. She had bright, really bright, blue eyes and she kicked under her Baptismal…
Sentimental Gene Gone Crazy
I walked my dogs this morning and came across a realtor putting up a For Sale sign two blocks up from my house. I only know these neighbors to wave and say hello. I don’t even know their first names. I know they have great landscaping and super Christmas decorations every year. I always admire…
An Honest to God Day In My Life as an Author
This is the truth about being an author. It’s not always smiles and unicorns. My face may look like it is, but behind that smile is much more. It’s challenging and frustrating some days. Here’s a day in my life as an author. Last week when I returned home from the Erma Bombeck Writer’s…