Category Archives: Etheree

Traveling today makes the world seem small, by air, land or sea, distant lands reached in a matter of a few hours. In ancient times, a journey was long, fraught with danger. Three wise men set off to see the … Continue reading →

In my sleep, I conduct an orchestra of stress and worry. The melody begins slowly at first, then builds as flashes of concern come crashing in like cymbals, jolting me awake. A deep breath, silent prayer, sleep returns. EPIPHANY January … Continue reading →

The cold wind, relentless, adding a chill that cuts to the bone. Layers of scarves, hats, gloves, and a warm coat do little to keep cold from penetrating. It’s hard to remember being hot. Winter will fade to summer soon … Continue reading →

There are days when no work gets done at home, yet I am busy. Having lunch with my Dad. Helping him put things away. He gets very frustrated that he cannot do these things by himself. I tell him one … Continue reading →

I have been deceived by expectations, unrealistic goals I set for myself. It is too easy to be disappointed when I fall short but not hold myself accountable. Fear is not failing but failing to try. CHRISTMAS January 3, 2018

Old and new, both vital to the future. What may have worked well in the past has purpose, creating a sound basis upon which we build stepping stones to bridge the gap created by change. The value of the past … Continue reading →

A new year… a fresh start… happiness that last year is fading in the rear-view mirror. The road ahead is unknown, full of potential challenges. But I learned that trials make me strong and that my Source of strength is … Continue reading →

A quiet and peaceful evening at home… Gracie on my lap… sipping a glass of wine… soup simmering on the stove… French jazz playing in the background… If I can’t be with friends this evening, what better way to close … Continue reading →

When all the family leaves, and the house is quiet again, I am melancholy. Sounds of laughter and chatter resonating throughout the halls have been replaced by sounds of silence until we are all together again. CHRISTMAS December 30, 2017

Brrr! Baby, it’s cold out! People scurry to go inside, where warmth and love await them nourishing body and soul. I worry about the people who have no hearth home to give shelter from the cold loneliness of winter’s chill. … Continue reading →