We’re over the hump for now.  So grateful.  I hope we get a few moments of stability.  *sigh* I’m looking forward to our trip to Niagara Falls in late April.  Meeting one of my cyber friends for the first time and reuniting with others, all revolving around music.  My favorite scenario.  We sent off for [...]

So…this year, you must have at least a passport card to drive across the border to Canada or Mexico.  Thanks to the generosity of a friend, Randy and I have the opportunity to go to Fallsview again April 22 and 23.  The last time I checked about a month ago, the wait for passport processing [...]

I read the news today, oh boy. Mrs. Baird’s is closing after 61 years, laying off 127 people. I always loved driving by, inhaling the sweet aroma of freshly baked bread. I’m so sad that we’re losing yet another Abilene institution. I’m also heartbroken for those who lost their jobs. When will this horrible economy [...]

Yesterday’s mail brought yet another little surprise. Citibank wants to charge their customers an “annual membership dues” of $60. You have to call them and “opt out,” which then closes your account. That’s hilarious, especially considering I forgot I had that card at all and it was in a kitchen drawer with nothing on it. [...]

I’m starting to remember how important it is to have God in your heart. Not just from church, but just from everyday life where He’s found in the most unlikely places. I like that. I always feel re-centered when I focus more on what He does through us and for us. All those “little things,” [...]