It’s 3:08 Thursday morning. I was woken to the crooning of a bullfrog again. He lives in the little canal outside our bedroom window. My brain immediately shuffled songs and spit out Jeremiah Was a Bullfrog. I only sang two verses before I realized that Jeremiah could actually be Jeri-Maya. Why did I assume it…
Shrink This body
I used to have a decent body. Seriously, I can remember wearing a pink bikini on my honeymoon. My pelvic bones stuck out like a skeleton.There was a gap between my bikini and my belly. When I lifted my head from my towel, I could see myself…like my real self! Those days are gone now….
Squirrel and Infant Rescues
The retirement home’s elevators always bring a new flurry of conversation. Joe might mention that warm prune juice has extra benefits, while Marie might be fussing that the upcoming dance needs more rock and roll music. There is always a discussion of some sort and everyone has an opinion. Last Tuesday was different. Two gentlemen…
Farewell Cherry Bellow Drive….When a Friend Sells a House You Love
I signed up for a writer’s retreat in Boise Idaho, hosted by Elaine Ambrose. Write By the River boasted a peaceful retreat in a cabin, nestled in the Idaho mountains. I signed up immediately. I was ready to feel like Thoureau, writing in a snug little cabin in…
The Spider’s View
My daughter had just walked out of the bathroom wrapped in a towel. Her long hair was piled high in a blue striped towel. “Ekkkkk That is the largest spider I have ever seen in your house!” she screamed. I imagined a baby dinosaur size creature. I ran to get the broom and my…
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