I do declare today’s word is SPIRITS Two memorials too many I’ve attended With a heavy heart honoring lives now ended. While experiencing the sadness of grieving Learning hard lessons before I’ll be leaving. With a prayer while here on this wide Oregon prairie For souls to rest in…
I do declare today’s word is THRILLING A THRILLING display is coming to town Hope y’all will decide to come on down. There’s a parade with pets and their guides Showing off their uniqueness with pride. Slug queens sliming their trail on the way Parading with glam and style this…
I do declare today’s word is MAINTENANCE The MAINTENANCE of mind, body, spirit Whether high or low… best not to fear it. From head to toe there’s much to take care of While filling the days with kindness and love. Exercise to keep breathing and moving Focus, staying on track,…
I do declare today’s word is UPBEAT Last Friday, I attended this year’s SLUG Queen coronation. Though feeling a bit sluggish myself, I rallied and kept an UPBEAT spirit while enjoying the whacky silliness. I will admit, I was taken aback by some of the old queen’s cliquish antics. It…
I do declare today’s word is S’MORE Last week our family and friends went glamping to celebrate the 70th birthdays of my consort, Marvelous, and his twin brother, David. We slept peacefully on cots with foam pads and ate heartily with our son Adam’s spiced-just-right creations. And with a surplus…
I do declare, today’s word is SPECTACLE While at the Oregon Country Fair, many wear a festive costume Getting around the crowded trails with hardly any elbow room. Why I do declare some roam around barefooted and almost-bare A forewarning to all, don’t be a prude if you…
I do declare today’s word is BRILLIANCE. With summer here, there’s fun in store… swimming, hiking and so much more. Tending the garden as it grows, watering daily with a hose. Picnics, concerts, state and country fairs whiling away time with few cares. Praise for the warm summer breezes… giving…
I do declare today’s word is SHINE I recently witnessed a memorial for a 41-year-young woman named Shine. She left this plane of existence to go onward and beyond. I did not know her well, but her twinkle-like aura always caught my eye and raised my spirits. To honor her fashionable,…
I do declare today’s word is PERSEVERANCE There are a plenty of ups and downs and ins and outs in our lives. With PERSEVERANCE, my consort and I just celebrated our 48th Wedding Anniversary. Giving thanks for our many adventures, compassion, determination, and children. And now we are blessed to…
I do declare today’s word is HONOR My mom’s many creations are true treasure Her memory continually brings pleasure. The love between us will always be the best. She raised me to fulfill my very own quest. Honoring all moms on Mother’s Day is a must. Nurturing, supportive, compassionate, with…
