We took Becky to a swimming pool for the first time. She played with this bubbler fountain for hours.
I watched her the entire time. And wished that I could find such contentment and joy.
In something as simple as a little fountain.
Month: June 2022
Refreshment
Tuesdays in Taiwan
There’s been one big development this week for Greta.
Our intrepid traveler was finally released from Covid quarantine. After 168 hours. Or 7 long, boring days.
Read More »Body Wash
Every once in awhile, the daily newspaper cartoon speaks to me.
Today’s cartoon actually happened to me.
Read More »Tuesdays in Taiwan
Welcome to a new series, called Tuesdays in Taiwan.
Our oldest daughter, Greta, is currently at Wenzao University in Taiwan. She is working as the Resident Director for a group of American high school students. She has been in Taiwan for approximately 72 hours. And there have already been a number of reportable events which just beg to be shared.
Read More »Camp Mail
Johnny left today for two weeks at Camp Grandma/Grandpa.
A favorite day camp in Michigan awaits and many of the counselors remember Johnny from last summer. There is the promise of sun and sport. New friends and frozen ice pops. And grandparents’ limitless attention and love.
Nevertheless, there were tears as he departed.
Read More »My Dad
*This post was originally published on June 21, 2020. I thought I would repost it again, with an updated picture of me and my Dad. His love and support continues to sustain me in so many ways. I hope he had the chance to watch the U.S. Open and eat a Liberty burger today. And to experience, for a moment, the immense love and respect that I have for him.
Summer Reading
School is out and summer has officially started. On the last day of school, Johnny brought home a bag full of workbooks, broken crayons, and dried out glue sticks. Weighing down the neon blue-green backpack was a collection of pine cones, rocks, and broken glass. He amassed this treasure while walking home from the bus stop each afternoon.
But he never thought to unload his booty and just kept adding more weight. Which might prepare him for a future career as a Sherpa.
Read More »Beckygram: Dreams
Late at night, I dream of a future life. From my crib, I imagine myself achieving great things.
Tonight, it’s all about Kung Fu.
The Graduate
I’m behind on writing this post. Truth be told, I’ve had significant writer’s block regarding this particular story.
Or perhaps it’s something more. Something that tugs at a mother’s heart strings. Because our oldest graduated college. And the finality hits hard as the rest of her life awaits.
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The Refillable Glass 