Not in chronological order, necessarily. Worked. It was an oddly quiet day, which I'm choosing to believe was a cosmic birthday present. Got a pedicure. I know I can paint me peeptoes all by myself, but that's not really the point, now is it? The peeptoes themselves are now a cheerful light purple that… Continue reading Things I Did Today
Month: February 2014
Muscle-Bound Man
Paul has been encouraging the boys to show off their muscles at every opportunity. This morning, they were going out the lane to catch the bus when Levi flexed and said, "Whoo! I could scare away a honey badger with these muscles!" Be afraid, honey badger. Be very afraid.
How do you know … ?
How do you know when your heart has withered, dried up, and blown away like a tumbleweed? I think it's when you are no longer moved, even a little, by this: It's some of his best work. Big, real tears. Pitiful sobs. Accusations of cruelty. And I laughed. Heartless indeed.
When is Spring?
Seriously. When? I was at a Power of the Pen competition today. The school district that hosted us called off for weather yesterday, and the coordinator warned us that it might be cold in the building today, since the heat had been off all yesterday. I took extra care thinking about what I'd wear, and… Continue reading When is Spring?
Telling It Funny
Earlier this week, I went to the calling hours for my friend's father. Having arrived in the parking lot without incident, I wasn't really thinking about whether I'd be able to continue safely into the building on foot. As it happens, the funeral home has a short step before the front door. I discovered this… Continue reading Telling It Funny