Jun 8, 2012 | Blog
It was a two cruise ship week, and on the morning of the first ship Nelle called just as I was having my second cup of coffee and said there was a nice older lady and her two daughters on a tour right now, headed up to Fred’s shop with Barb (who was wearing a...Jun 7, 2012 | Blog
Papa Bob just left for a massage, the dog is walked and dishes are done, and since it’s raining I figured I had a minute to catch you up– then Stoli called and asked if I’d watch baby Lani while she went to Zumba. Well, of course. So you’ll...Jun 6, 2012 | Blog
(Or the most important work I do is playing with a two-year-old.) Jun 6, 2012 | Blog
When Granny was at our house for a Lenten soup supper and conversation with the rest of the church folks, she sipped ginger ale and asked if I minded if she took her teeth out. They just don’t fit well. Of course I said no and got her a napkin to keep them safe....Jun 4, 2012 | Blog
There was talk at the Skagway North Words writing symposium about “balance,” as in leading a balanced life– you know– one devoted to art and literature and observing the world around us– play, friends, family– outdoors, silence,...Jun 3, 2012 | Blog
“Be grateful. Be modest. Celebrate the success of others. Find your rewards and identity in something other than money. Simplify your life. Go outside. Stay healthy. Never give up. Laugh often.” Alaskan author Kim Heacox entertaining and educating hiking...
