Do you believe in signs? I’m not talking about road signs or astrological ones. I mean signs, as in those subtle (and sometimes not-so-subtle), gentle nudges from the universe that can help point us in the right direction, confirm our decisions, or just offer us a sense of hope. I am sure right about now some of you may be rolling your eyes. Hey, I get it. I am a … [Read more...]
Sunny Side Up: The Birds
On the lighter side of the Nonahood, this is a column about the humorous realities of life in Central Florida. We must choose to laugh and sweat rather than cry and sweat. Have you noticed the birds? They’re everywhere. It’s getting serious. I live in constant fear of being pooped on. Add this aerial threat to the Spanish-Moss-spider-web festivals strewn across my … [Read more...]
Mama’s Turn: With This Ring
A few months back, my niece surprised me by asking if I would consider becoming ordained so I could marry her and her fiancé. Those who know me can confirm that I ALWAYS have something to say, but this question literally left me speechless. After a few awkward, silent moments, my niece went on to explain that they wanted their ceremony to be done by someone who really knew them … [Read more...]
Sunny Side Up: Holidays in Florida
On the lighter side of the Nonahood, this is a column about the humorous realities of life in Central Florida. We must choose to laugh and sweat rather than cry and sweat. The Christmas holidays gently settle upon Floridians like drifts of pollen atop our cars. Or they did. Or will. I’m not sure, newspaper publishing calendars escape me. When I was a … [Read more...]
Mama’s Turn: Life Lessons From a Crashed Laptop
Recently, I had one of my biggest nightmares happen … my laptop crashed. Now to some, this might come across as melodramatic ... but to me, my laptop is much more than a mere portable computer. As a writer, my laptop is my lifeline – my emotional release, my therapy ... not to mention it is the mode on which I work! So, when my screen turned different shades of pink and a … [Read more...]
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