Dr Hannah 
Wildly afraid, that is. I grew up surrounded by savage lions and buffalo among other very wild animals. Cows are in a class all their own. They are terrible beasts that will devour their prey mercilessly at the least provocation. I grew up with them. That might be part of the problem, considering I weighed … Read more
I have the distinct pleasure of caring for 99 year old Jean every day. She is a delightful companion, with no shortage of stories and laughs. Of course after many months of spending time with her, I have become familiar with quite a few of those stories. The only thing more fun than visiting with … Read more
I love hummingbirds. All facts about them astound me. I once sat stunned under a feeder as one buzzed the top of my head repeatedly. My wincing face portrayed my certainty that the pointed beak at the end of those deafening wing-beats was going to bore holes in my irises! There is one hummingbird I … Read more
You have a gorgeous smile.. and you have spinach in your teeth. Do you have people in your life who would tell you that, or do your listeners furtively swipe their own teeth with their own tongues as if that does you any good? They say the fish is the last to see the water. … Read more
For many this is a lifetime; for others even more. I am grateful whether this be my last year or I make 84. I’ve had your touch since conception, known your voice all my days, As you strategically rear me in your lavish grace. You shielded me through fetal alcohol, through turmoil, inattention. And through … Read more
There’s a Dehner dinner invite At the Octant Lodge It’s a Dehner dinner yummy delight One we dare not dodge. At the Dehner dinner munching site We won’t be eatin’ porridge But dining on dishes Divine, delicious With a dash of laughter A splash of cheer Much joy thereafter And mirth in high gear.