Wednesday, November 11, 2009 - VETERANS' DAY here in the U.S.A.

         It was nice to be home today... though I've done nothing meaningful, substantial.

         No real threat of a hurricane all year and then bam, bam --- two simultaneous threats. Living along the coast there are familiar nuances that make clear what lurks directly offshore: strong winds and intermittent rains, streaking through an ominously overcast sky.

         No worries. Accustomed --- we instinctively know the difference between a passing storm and a very real threat.

         The one very real threat of obliteration, remained hidden until almost the very last second. It was so close we could have touched --- its hot breath was on my neck. Previously fearless, I prayed for mercy. It veered off-course at the final moment, chasing those who were smart enough to run all the way to Orlando.

         Hope you've had a pleasant day regardless of the weather. May God bless you as you make your way through the remainder of this week.
 

Saturday, November 10, 2009

         Hope you're making your Saturday fabulous... whether cleaning the house with your favorite music motivating you in the background, cutting the grass (or shoveling snow)... whether you're sled riding, skiing, snorkeling, reading, writing, canoeing, kayaking, hiking, mountain climbing, hang-gliding or practicing yoga ---- my prayer for you is that you will enjoy this day to the uttermost. =)
 

Wednesday, November 4, 2009

         My only living grandparent/grandma is 90 years old today. She was born in 1919. If she lives another ten years, she'll be 100. For some reason, I don't think she'll make it that long --- she spends a lot of time in bed these days; and though she's stubborn, it appears she has given up on this life.

         Happy Birthday, Grandma Ruby!
 

Sunday, November 1, 2009

         Though I have nothing to hide and by the grace of God speak only the truth, sometimes the truth is offensive.

         I offended someone in "my blog" --- neither purposely, nor with menace... I apologize.