My definition of joy
My sister-in-love went to a conference on joy at her church recently. When she came home, as we were reflecting on her time, she asked me what my definition of joy is. Wow! It is like saying define the universe and give an example! There is no way to give a thin answer to such…
Shirley Temple Taste Test
Recently I noticed a variety of canned and bottled beverages that are called a “Shirley Temple”, or at least are an attempt at that flavor. First I want to give a disclaimer that the person after which the beverages are named, did not appreciate the fact that a kiddie cocktail was named after her. Not…
Tribute to Tibby J Cornelius
“Always find a reason to laugh – Or not – just laugh.” – Tibby Cornelius I am grateful for the things that create joy and happiness, even on dark days. There is something life altering in a laugh, a smile or a kind recognition. They say that love is what makes the world go round…
A new Perspective on Old Age
In last week’s news it was discovered that people do not age gradually. There is a big jump at 44 and another at age 60. So I guess that in anticipation of this “big” event on Thursday, the next number is over rated and I have been on the downhill slide for 5 years! Who…
Family Friday #13: And Snap! – the Job’s a Game
Jim and I loved to play games. We both came from game playing families (although I have since learned that 2 of my siblings don’t like games), and on many long cold seasons in Illinois we spent together playing games. One of our first dates was to play Rook with the Wrobbel’s! We have played…
A Pie for every state
Today is Pi Day (3.14) and we did have pie to celebrate. It is the perfect food group. Think about it. Everything from savory to sweet, from pizza to quiche to hand held and frozen. It can be created with many crusts and fillings and eaten at every meal! When my dad was a chemist…
I Matter
Well – it happened. I am officially old. I am really stunned at this latest change that occurred in my life this week. It really was only made official this week but it has been a reality I have been denying for some time. One of the things the pandemic has done is push back…
What’s Your Favorite Flavor of Life Savers?
That was my question last week to a friend while we played cards using one of my childhood decks of cards that had life savers on them. Every so often the simplest of questions can lead to the best discussions and walks down memory lane. My friend’s favorite flavor was butterscotch. Mine was choc-o-mint or…
Baseball 2020!
What horrible luck – Spectrum finally ends the stalemate so everyone can finally watch the Dodgers and there is no baseball season! The thing about this whole covid-19 thing is that every day is like a whole new ballgame. And I started thinking right off the bat, the whole baseball lingo really describes this current season of life.Warning…
Jest in Time
I am reminiscing about the season of my life that Tibby and I launched a business and ministry. It was 1988 soon after her dad died and a class we took at Scottsdale Community College when the idea was born. Our mission was to help people learn how to invite more laughter and play in…