Dr. Hannah Thuku Kolehmainen Let’s cut the scut, Say goodbye hoi polloi And head for a favorite spot out south Where I gambol on weekends With some folks I love. It is quite a schlep but it’s worth every mile. And the sight of the Santiam makes my soul smile. There we doss, and we nosh, And we prate funny tosh. …
Last week I had jury duty for the first time. We were there from 7.20 am to 5.07 pm. I was enthralled with the process though I ended up sitting in on a rather petty case. What a thorough, involved, and fascinating process. And to think this happens every day across the country. An army of citizens, …
I am notorious for making up words. I understand that there are more than enough words around but there are times when existing ones just don’t cut it. Take “terribility” for instance. That’s a spectacular word and it needs to be in circulation among smart people. It is a terribility that that word is not …
Ten year old James and I have had ‘the talk’ in one capacity or another over the years. This week we’ve had it a lot. I aim to be candid and matter of fact with my boys when they ask sex-related questions. (Husband!! Don’t tell them the animals are wrestling.) I’ve also learned to answer …
A lot of people in my life right now are fighting through some pretty grueling life-stuff. I took these photos off my porch last night and was entranced by God’s bigness. I dedicate them and the song below to you all, and in particular, my friend Aimee whose sweet little girl is battling fiber dysplasia. You are …
“All write already,” She said expectantly “Not write now.” I moaned pleadingly, my mind a scribble. I had hung a write, then, as instructed by the bailiff, Daily Prompt, I had walked write in. I was standing before Judge Judy. “Good morning!” She screeched, taking the words write out of my mouth. “Yeah, write,” I …
“Answer me!” I was going over the edge. This was the thousandth time I was yelling at my kids, and it wasn’t lunchtime yet. I was tired of this parenting. I was losing my mind and ready to have some peace and quiet, if not actually enjoy my children. Someone I respect taught me a …
Remember that fabulous scene in Grumpy Old Men where Grump I throws raw fish in Grump II’s honeymoon getaway car? I love that scene. It has me roaring with laughter every time. My best friend Lee is a very unconventional thinker. When most people hear someone say, “I’m getting married,” they get excited and express …
Never ignore a mother’s instinct. My preteen is a sweet soul who loves life and friends in a subdued, affable way, unlike his gregarious younger brother. He’s not quick to make friends or break into a social scene. I am always fascinated with his friends. He kept telling stories of Ned early in the school …
Bright little pumpkin Sits boldly on a fence post In the thick of an Oregon morning fog. So beautiful, so brave. An undaunted beacon of hope While everything around it is Folding in, drying up, and dying. Brave little pumpkin Stands his post. https://dailypost.wordpress.com/photo-challenges/tiny-2016/