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Monthly Archives: March 2014
ENJOYING MY PASSIVITY
There may be or not some creativity in my passivity. And whether so or not I enjoy my passivity now and then — more often now than when my years were not impressive. Laid back in my recliner … Continue reading
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STILL LEARNING
There was a time I taught him though I don’t recall that clearly. It seems so long ago. And now he comes to be with me and comes with expertise and helps me understand the laptop now residing … Continue reading
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WHENESS
I tend to make demands on WHEN — WHEN to start the day — WHEN – to have breakfast — WHEN to go here or there. In the Rehab Center I am well known for my demands. I want … Continue reading
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LONG ENOUGH
Seventy years! Is that not long enough to drive? I know some folks who make it beyond that — but not I. I haven’t even cried — I just let go — just like that! The keys … Continue reading
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A CASUALTY OF LUNAR LOVE
When the digital clock by the side of the bed “struck” 6:00, I rose to sit on the edge of the bed — and rose some more and opened the blinds. There was the full moon setting. I expected … Continue reading
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LEARNING TO COUNT
My attitude toward gratitude has changed. Never much for counting blessings I am finally beginning to keep the score of my assembled gifts. It took so long for me to learn to count what heaven bestows. At last I … Continue reading
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ENOUGH
Another day today for you — for me — unless, perhaps, we’re not allowed to see it to its end. And that depends upon our fortune. There are some who’d rather fade away and let their sun go … Continue reading
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THE WAY IT USED TO BE
I often think of the way it used to be yet I believe in doing thus I’ve likely abused the truth. I’m pretty sure that the things I see in memories are not same as actuality.
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THAT DAY
So sweet the contents of my life and then the sweetness vanished. The seat belt saved me and I was hanging upside down — the roof below and I was dangling. But soon the sirens sang as someone’s … Continue reading
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I’LL HAVE TO WAIT AND SEE
Here I am again — the page before me blank and I am searching for some content to explain to you why I’m still here. The accident should have removed me so that my fingertips would not seek employment … Continue reading
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