Writings and Curiosities



Tag Archives forfamily

A Holiday Hiatus and “Thank You!”

Sometimes we all need a break. As one of the busiest (and hopefully joyous) times of year bears down on us, take a step back and take a breath. I’m going to. . . Remember Winter Break? Kids take things for granted. I mean, it’s natural, right? When you’re a kid things are granted, so […]

One Last Slice

“You could cry, or die, or just make pies all day. . .” -Patty Griffin Sometimes the reach of an ordinary act of love is astounding. Once in a while, something routine and unremarkable makes a tremendous impact. On occasion, the mundane is transformed into something priceless. All it takes is a little sentiment, a […]

Horseshoes in the Dark

The silhouette appeared against the cobalt sky for a brief moment before announcing its arrival with a muted thud on the grass. A pair of smartphone flashlights flicked on, searching the lawn; there it was, embarrassingly far from the stake, even by our meager standards. “No points from that one.” Brian said as he retrieved […]