october 1, 2024
“They say no one is coming to save you, but many people have saved me, even if they didn’t intend to. It can be as small as a smile from a stranger, a nudge from an animal, words from a … Continued
june 16, 2024
“My father gave me the greatest gift anyone could give another person, he believed in me.” ~ Jim Valvano Shero had an Austin Powers moment in the grocery today. At least this was a hysterically funny substitute for what we … Continued
november 11, 2023
“Autumn exists to remind us that things must end to begin again.” ~ Unknown Dad always enjoyed Veteran’s Day because he gave talks at Morgan County High School, trying to inspire teens and help them understand the sacrifices many military … Continued
october 30, 2023
“No matter what you do, someone will always talk about you. Someone will question your judgement. Someone will always doubt you. So just smile and make the choices you can live with.” ~ Unknown Today, on All Saints Day, this … Continued
september 25, 2023
“I see quite clearly that all good things must come to an end. The summer has been splendid, but it has lasted long enough. This morning I welcomed the chill in the air and viewed the falling leaves with cheerfulness.” … Continued
june 18, 2023
A Blessing for All the Firsts Without a Loved One “Oh God, the calendar tells me a big day is coming and this is the first one in this new reality. I don’t know how to get through it. Show … Continued
may 30, 2023
“May the things that cause you pain also open your eyes.” ~ Kalen Dion We checked off another first when we placed flowers on Dad’s grave Saturday afternoon. Despite the lack of rain, the grass is coming along, and overall, … Continued
april 9, 2023
“I hate all those weathermen who tell you that rain is bad weather. There’s no such thing as bad weather, just the wrong clothing. So get yourself a sexy raincoat and live a little.” ~ Billy Connelly When I was … Continued
october 1, 2022
“At the end of the day what really matters is that your loved ones are well, you’ve done your best and that you’re thankful for all you have.” ~ Unknown Pallbearers Travis Stacy, Evyian Terry, Kopana Terry, Jodi Stacy, Mike … Continued
september 28, 2022
“If you’re truly alive, you’ll always be a little frightened. Because we can never know what’s right, never know what will happen next. So if you’re feeling really sure and know what’s right, poor you… you’ve died and you don’t … Continued