Mommy’s Day is this weekend. We will be heading south to celebrate 3 heroic Cuban matriarchs — I am well-loved and spoiled by these amazing women. How does one repay such sacrifice? I pray daily that God helps me to walk firmly in their footsteps — to live with their passion, their unending energy, and…
Last night I celebrated my best friend’s birthday at a French Cafe in town. We had reservations for five at 6:45 PM. We gathered at a big round table by the window and enjoyed chatting about everything and about nothing. An artsy black chandelier provided muted lighting, and a talented pianist tickled the ivories in…
Rain. Rain every day. It has poured down every afternoon this week. Right now, as I look out my window, I am almost certain that a tornado is on its way to carry the house off to Oz. The house is dark in the middle of the afternoon. If only I could click my ruby…
On the day of the Boston Marathon bombing, many unsung heroes reached out to help those in dire need. Nurses, doctors, and by-standers all rushed toward danger to tie tourniquets, carry wounded to ambulances, and hold the hands of those who cried out in fear and pain. These brave souls thought not of themselves and…