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In recent days, we’ve had one of those unexpected problems no one wants to deal with—an overflowing toilet. And, of course, this fiasco happened on a weekend, so no help from a plumber until Monday. I’ll spare the graphic details but suffice to say sopping up potty overflow is an unwanted and unpleasant job. Do […]
Do you ever feel buffeted on all sides by problems, responsibilities, and unexpected urgent demands on your time? The last two weeks have been a whirlwind of activity as fast-moving and turbulent as the twister that churned its way across our town. Multiple scenarios of this can’t happen until that does, and that can’t be […]
I’m blessed to still own the home where I grew up. In the backyard, is a 51-year-old gunite swimming pool, a rarity in today’s world of vinyl liners. The pool has been the source of great joy and relaxation over the years. I have childhood memories of swimming at night with my parents, back when […]
As a young mother, I remember the impact the suicide of a local health professional had on me. I was shocked, confused, shaken, and slightly afraid for some indefinable reason. My daughter was less than a year old and with my mother when I heard the news. I immediately went to get my daughter, again, […]