People have said “Yes Ma’am” to me countless times since I arrived in Florida. When I ask for something in the store, “Yes, Ma’am”. When I ask for directions, “Yes, Ma’am, I kin show ya”. Yes, Ma’am. Yes, Ma’am. Southern folks are a polite bunch. Most of the people I meet around town and…
Sunday Reflection A few weeks ago, I wrote about the ethics of change. Now, as Trump ascends, I am grappling with the ethics of defeat. Despite my preference for a different candidate, this is a democracy that performed as it should. I feel that those of us who “lost” need to remember that fact and…
Monday Morning! The world and its people and/or critters amaze, irritate and/or delight me. Most recently: I am an embarrased Denver Broncos fan. Aqib Talib what were you thinking when you poked another player in the eye? Not intentional you say. Man up. Why do so many people care about Starbuck’s blank red cup? This is…
As I sip coffee and plan my day, I am reminded about all the wonderful events coming up. In my work I am blessed to be a part of life’s special moments. For example, in the next 6 weeks: Graveside memorial for 93-year-old woman who just died peacefully Passover Seder/Celebration Wedding Easter Baptism- 2 month…
Last week UPS delivered boxes from Zappos.com and Land’s End. Inside: spring capris, shoes, two cardigans, a half-zip top, a fresh white shirt and an apple green knit dress for spring! Add this to my new jeans and denim shirt and I am ready to go. Spring shopping done! I developed my efficient habit of shopping…
I have been searching for photos that depict wisdom. On the site where I buy photos, the search term wisdom brought up 1000s of photos, but oddly they fell into four categories: owls, elderly people, graduation caps, and human brains. The graduation caps and brain images don’t suggest wisdom for me…maybe learning or education, but not wisdom.…