Piper went through a lot in his first six years, at one point he was part of a family with three other parrots, then surrendered to a bird rescue caring for over 200 birds. He was hatched in Florida and lived in New Jersey and New York, and these are…
My husband and I watch House Hunters International together and always try to guess which house the buyers will choose of the three they are shown. In a recent episode, the husband wanted the property on Mars, the wife preferring the one on Venus. My Martian and I were in…
I recently discovered that my great-great-grandfather served in the Civil War and although he was not at Gettysburg, his brother was. My two-times-great-uncle’s name is listed on a plaque affixed to the base of the Pennsylvania monument located on the Gettysburg battlefield, along with his regiment and all the men…
“If you are an avid reader, each book on your shelf is a chapter in your biography. And what better way to show the word who you are?” — Sister Rain
“Morning’s bad, nighttime’s worse It’s usually front, not back. An unexpected knock on either door always gives me a heart attack.” — Sister Rain
Ladies, have you ever had a tender spot for a guy your parents would hate, a rule breaker, perhaps wearing a leather jacket, smoking a cig, hair greased back, riding a motorcycle? I entered the dating world in the 80’s but obviously I’ve seen Grease one too many times. Whatever…
“While it’s true there are things you never forget how to do, learning how to do them in a whole new way can be daunting and exhausting. But once you figure it out, the freedom and feeling of the wind in your hair is worth it.” —- Sister Rain
For as long as there’s been daily life technology, computers and other devices, every software update can make you feel like you’re learning a new language when only hours before you were fluent. And getting a new cell phone or tablet, the transfer of power, and let’s make no mistake about…
“When we stop comparing ourselves to yesterday, the possibilities for today are endless.” — Sister Rain
“If I have to be studied, I’d rather it be while I’m sleeping than while I’m awake.” —- Sister Rain
