I loved my rocky horse, that I named “Trigger.” Here I am at 5 years of age. Since last August, I have wanted to share some thoughts on aging physically, mentally, and emotionally. Several years ago, I watched a television special about Westerns and aging gracefully. The narrator interviewed stars from the old Western cowboy … More Westerns and Aging Gracefully
In my thirty-seven year-long nursing career, I cared for many patients, many of whom touched my heart in different ways. One lady who still has a place in my heart was a cancer patient, Mrs.Jones. The first time I met her, I was impressed with her indomitable spirit, her sense of humor, and her amazing … More Gift from a Cancer Patient
We have all seen television shows featuring interviews with centenarians. Many of these one hundred plus years “young” souls had wrinkles and white, gray or sparse hair. Many of them were in wheelchairs or not as “able” physically as they used to be. But if you look into the face and eyes of many of … More How to Keep Your Inner Child Alive and Well
Today, I felt led to write this post about little things. Since I had back problems several years ago, I know there are some things I can not do without having pain again, sooner or later. A little back ache after being on my feet for hours without rest tells me that I need to … More Little Things
Life is full of humorous events. Sometimes, I think they help us keep our sanity. It is easy to laugh at mistakes, slip ups, and other embarrassing things others do, but it is harder to laugh at ourselves in our own moment of weakness, at least immediately after they happen.There are a few funny … More Can You Laugh at Yourself?
One of my four favorite seasons each year is winter. (Yes, for various reasons, I love each one.) I’ve seen them all from South Carolina to the north to the western, mountains of North Carolina, and eastern North Carolina; I have been through one hurricane in New Orleans and one in North Carolina. I have been … More Winter Beauty
Inner peace is a home grown commodity; beginning with the seeds of nourishment, parents loving us when we are babies, then as children. Add the nourishment of loving parents; give the sunshine of growth from personal experiences, life lessons, and a love for our Creator/Spirit/God, as well as our fellow man, and our own peace will … More Which Peace Are We Talking about Here?
A dark shadow in the night, Shining black hairs reflecting light. Armed for defense with sharp claws, Sheathed in padded jet black paws. She watches me with golden eyes. Then runs away with tail arched high. When playing she prepares to jump, But only attacks my blanket lumps. Always listening with both ears cocked, … More My Halloween Cat (Poem)
Norie was mischievous, playful, curious, overweight and had asthma for which she was treated with an inhaler twice a day. She didn’t like to be held unless she jumped up in my lap to ask for a few strokes on her thick, black hair. Norie was my friend and companion. She kept me company by … More My Halloween Cat
In the fall of 2007 I became acquainted with what I considered a unique spider. The first sign of this spider was the web which was at a 45-degree angle to the ground and had a roundish shape with little cottony clumps strategically placed on its web, along its border and angular anchor webs. The … More Cheerful and Creepy
Below is a picture of one variety of garden spiders (also known as writing spiders). They are harmless to humans unless one’s web catches your face, as you walk through it on a dark night, and you hurt yourself running in terror! There is the spiny orb weaver also known as the “Smiley face spider.” … More Spiders Are So Creepy!
In honor or horror of Halloween. This blog post is about spiders. Want a creepy scare? Actually I like spiders as long as they are outside of my home. I try to respect all life but some lives are just not wanted in my abode. I also have one cat who eats the little ones! … More How Do You Feel About Spiders?
August 17 is International Black Cat Day. This is a photo of my beloved Norie. I had to euthanize my cat, Norie December 2025. I still think of her every day. You may have seen my recent blogs on black cats, with photos of my Norie. This post explains why black cats have been maligned … More Black Cat Appreciation Day
Want to read a true spooky story? In Godwin, (near Erwin), North Carolina, on a dirt road past the Chicora Civil War Cemetery, sits the antebellum mansion for Oak Grove Plantation. After many years of neglect, much work and money have gone into preserving and furnishing this landmark and museum. The Lewis family also worked to … More My Spooky Story For Halloween
October was Black Cat Awareness Month, I wanted to dispel any superstitions about black cats. I wanted to share about my Norie. Take a look at these pictures, and the story here and see what you think. I had Norie for almost seventeen years. I have so many wonderful memories of her and decided to … More My Black Cat Is Not Bad Luck
The old Dushee Shaw Half-Way House has become known as a place of history and ghost stories. This building, hidden by weeds and trees for many years, is located near Coats, in Harnett County, NC. The area was once known as Averasborough, a river town on the Cape Fear River. The old house was a … More Is The Old Dushee Shaw Half-Way House Haunted?
My Aunt Helen was a unique and special aunt, who passed away in 2009 at the age of 92. Her lifestyle and her senior years continue to influence my life, as I continue into my senior years. Aunt Helen lived a zesty life. She had cared for her mother, during her illness until her death. … More Aging with Style and Panache
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