Mum learned to drive when she was 55, but as I recall she never learned to like the experience. That didn't mean she wouldn't get behind the wheel, of course. On her terms. In Maine, most roads are 2 lanes, with a shoulder. That shoulder might be gravel or dirt, but as I recall, seldom …
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Carcass Soup
Now that doesn’t sound very appetizing to an adult, does it? I can testify, though, that calling it that would send me into fits of giggles as a child. In my struggle to portray what this is, I came up with some basic, easy to follow directions. Trust me, when you make this you’ll be …
What “should” did
I know now what “should” did, but back then I didn’t. As I remember, Mum wasn’t particularly fond of the word “should”. As a small child I’m thinking I must’ve been very fond of that word, because I have retained a vivid recall around what came next if I offered advice to my Mum that …
The Crossing Over Time
https://videopress.com/v/sMv7Onx6?resizeToParent=true&cover=true&preloadContent=metadata&useAverageColor=true Qigong: Ancient Choreography Today my beautiful daughter asked for some input on an old family recipe - Molasses Cookies! It was a sweet jumping off point for me - thinking about those who came before me, and have passed on to the next life. I love this song, and cherish memories and thoughts of …
Starfish
Mum loved to write poetry. My recollection is that it always rhymed. This one doesn’t rhyme, but I am sure she would’ve loved it anyway. In fact, I think I just heard her say “Good job”. I am overwhelmed with prayers, love and support from near and far. I opened a tattered journal today to …
Two Trees
This post is dedicated to my parents, dancing in heaven. It’s also dedicated to Tom, to my brothers and their soulmates, and to my many dear and treasured friends still dancing The Dance of Two Trees here on earth. I have most often found myself first writing, and then searching for the perfect song to …
Heroes
Heroes....written and performed by Ann Reed https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bSOT1IWOJz0 Found myself looking for a song today - and I honestly believe this song found me. The lyrics of this song are as beautiful as the voice of the singer. Have a listen - find the YouTube live version if you can, and treat yourself to listening to …
Closer to the Veil
“All Saints Day”, by Carrie Newcomer Take a few sweet moments to listen to this song - there is power in the sitting and listening. Sunrises over the South Carolina coast are often so very spectacular. They must be caught early - it gets too bright to see rather quickly. I was enjoying the song …
Get a Mum Haircut – Two Hours!
(Read this title to the tune of: "Shave and a haircut, two bits".) Yesterday was Mum's 100th birthday. I started this post on her birthday, but came up empty handed looking for just the right picture of her to illustrate my point. My mistake was that I thought it would be easier to search the …
Good Morning Mum 