The habit of worrying about loved ones must have caused my cat, Norie, to wonder the following thoughts: “Why does she keep waking me up from my naps? Is she bored or what? She’s driving me crazy! Is she crazy?” What Norie doesn’t realize is: I worry that she’s bored, or not getting enough exercise. … More Are You Worried?
Today I attended the funeral of my elderly neighbor, Mr. Q. I experienced some thoughts and feelings from his death and funeral that I found at times to be upsetting, surprising and then comforting. Funerals are something I usually avoid when possible. I went to my father-in-law’s funeral this past year. It was a military … More A Neighbor’s Death Observed
I want to share a tribute to two elderly neighbors, Alice and Walt, in Fuquay-Varina. They were like the parents to some of their younger neighbors. Walt passed away several years ago; I was sad for our loss but happy for him to be with God in heaven. He loved his dear wife Alice and … More I Miss Walt and Alice
My thankfulness list includes a number of friends who are very close to me. What qualities decide if someone is a good friend or not? Truly good friends will listen to each other, when one needs to talk and offer suggestions and support, sometimes even after hearing the same story twice. Some friends know when … More Thankful For Friends
