Flowers for Ooma

Flowers for Ooma

It was a busy week with Karen and I embracing our Grandparent’s role, we had 7 year old Clio as our house guest for a full week. She is a pleasure and you will hear no complaints—well any issues are around getting Clio to all of her sports and school events. We also...
Anticipation

Anticipation

Margie Marie had a wonderful seventh birthday week. The parties extend over some extra time. Margie is a Star Wars girl, born on May 4th. It is a clever idea that we recount those famous words of Jedi Master Obi-Wan Kenobi to young Skywalker with a modern twist; “may...
Pickleball

Pickleball

This is the fastest growing sport in America.  Karen and I were invited to Megan’s birthday party at, of course, The Flying Pickle.  The party included instruction from two experienced players. The rules on serving are a bit complicated if you have ever played tennis...
Come Together

Come Together

I told you last week about the end-of-life struggle of Karen’s sister. Thankfully her battle with the disease is over.  The family will come together on Memorial Day week end to celebrate a life well lived.The Beatle’s wrote so many songs, I always think of their...
Soul Searching

Soul Searching

A life well lived is legacy enough. Not all of us can make a profound difference for the world. Each of us leave an indelible mark on our friends, family, co workers and circle of influence.  You may guess this is on my mind as I anticipate losing another...