Category Archives: joy
MERRY CHRISTMAS TO ONE AND ALL
Just make me happy. Give me a guppy, a birthstone ring… a perky teacup, that sort of thing. I prefer Joy. A mature kind of happiness, a grandchild, security, …an old man who has been loyal to me. I’ve been … Continue reading
CHRISTMAS CARD JOY
My hands are up. I surrender. See the white flag I carry. That is all to say, I give up on my conquest to keep the Christmas card tradition. Well, hopefully, I keep it through my last Christmas; I expect … Continue reading
A VALUEABLE DOLL … WORTH ALMOST NOTHING EXCEPT JOY
Back then, when? I don’t remember but possible 23 to 25 years ago, three sisters entered a Duckwall’s Variety Store in Hugoton, Kansas. And came out with some dolls. One of which is shown above as she looks today in … Continue reading
CAROLS
Last year the carolers came. I knew most of them; they were from my church. My pastor and his wife were with them. It was a special treat. Caroling only came into my life after I married. I must have … Continue reading
IN THE SUN/SON
Geraniums in the sun; geraniums not in the sun. I’m thinking I’m better off in the Son! Won’t lose my bloom as fast! ******* SENDING NOVEMBER PRAYERS THAT YOU WALK IN THE SON! Pictures from Face Book, 2014
CONTENTMENT
Frosty scene outside Brings pleasant glint to my eye. Satisfying work. ************ Written for Ronovan’s Haiku challenge using words “frost” and “glint” Image: Picture, my window to my back yard.
LOOKING FOR ELIXIR
Neither Juan Ponce de Leon not Mrs. Jane Doe ever found the fountain of youth. The snake oil sold by Mr. Chara Ton was a dreamer’s sham. Losing weight won’t do it, even if you appear … Continue reading
LIFE, LOVE, LIGHT, LAUGHTER
Thankful for life, love, light, and laughter. Life: My granddaughter had her head on my chest, she smiled and said “I hear your heart.” Isn’t it nice that the heart just keeps doing its job, seldom drawing attention to itself. … Continue reading
Sweet aroma 