Words from my six-year-old son gazing at our abandoned plants: "Mommy, we are terrible planters. Everything dies." My gardening skills are disastrous. I could take a perfectly thriving plant and kill it in days. But my hopeless optimism convinces me to plant seeds each spring. Occasional crops that sprout drive this desire: a mini watermelon; … Continue reading A little flower blooms despite hostile conditions
Writing in micro steps
via Daily Prompt: Micro I'd be lost without micro steps. If I have too large a writing goal looming, I quickly despair and frantically search for ways to procrastinate. The task at hand seems too large. This is when I wish for superhero powers to bolt through the pages with eloquent words, memorable humor, and … Continue reading Writing in micro steps
Invisible goal of exercising and now finally doing something about it
via Daily Prompt: Invisible Change is hard to make, and even harder to accept; even the ones that are good for you. My new year resolution did not include anything about joining a gym or working out for that matter. Wanting to get stronger physically was an invisible goal that kept nagging me with guilt, … Continue reading Invisible goal of exercising and now finally doing something about it
I see spring coming
Everyday Ellis asks me if it's spring already. She's tired of winter (except for Christmas) and can't wait to wear short sleeves without me nagging her about a jacket. The arrival of spring will be a sweet relief from the cold winter months. My mind associates this coming season with warmer days, longer afternoons, and … Continue reading I see spring coming
Wonder at seeing a rainbow
via Daily Prompt: Wonder Kids wonder all the time. To see and hear the output of their wondering is magical stuff. I often find that I take a lot of things for granted: seen that before, done that too, nothing new. However, In California, rain is very rare; it's highly anticipated in our home and … Continue reading Wonder at seeing a rainbow
