Where I’m From

I am from fish hooks and baby dolls; From Wrigley’s, Nabisco and Monkey Ward; I am from the house on the corner, Warm, Busy; It smells like hardwood and paint. I am from Wind blowing through evergreens, Singing in low tones, Spreading such pungent perfume. I am from picnics and hard work, From H.R. and

Come Join the Dance

The band struck up a joyful tune With beat lively and fast; “Come join in, the host proclaim,” “We’ll party and have a blast!” But some of the guests ignored his words; Others just stood around. A few joined in the circle; Many were by fear so bound.   The band played a more gentle

Cat and Mouse

This is on my more political blog; enjoy: https://patriotsvoiceblog.wordpress.com/2017/06/02/cat-and-mouse/

Powerful People

As Mr. Trump debates whether he will keep the US in the Paris Accord, I have this thought: We are powerful people. We can choose for ourselves: Will we give in to control? Or will we stand on our own? We can decide what is right; No one ever does that for us. Thoughts, feelings,

True Nobility

I found this story on: Nearly $30,000 Raised for Homeless Man Who Helped Manchester Arena Attack Victims I chose excerpts to highlight something good that is coming out of a tragedy: A homeless man who was hailed as a hero after coming to the aid of the wounded as they fled the Manchester Arena following Monday’s deadly

A Little Family

A family has moved into the house in my back yard: Mr. and Mrs. are setting up housekeeping. Sometimes, I’m sure they’re arguing! Before long, there will be kids: Little wren chicks. They’ll stay until they can fly; then the whole family will move away.

Cottage Cheese Cookies

My friend Sharon brought these as part of our dessert on Easter.  They are one of the best chocolate cookies I have ever had.  You can get the recipe here: http://www.food.com/recipe/chocolate-cottage-cheese-cookies-212364

The Adolescence of Puppyhood

Just as humans go through stages in the process of growing up, so do puppies.  Here are some attitudes you might recognize: “Yeah, I heard you call me, but I’m busy tearing this up!” “I know what ‘sit’ means, but do I have to, just because you said so????” “Heckling the cat is soooo much

For the Politically Minded

I limit the amount of politicizing I do on Lifehelps. When I am in the mood for speaking out on this complex, often perplexing and frustrating subject, I put a post on http://patriotsvoiceblog.wordpress.com   Not to worry, my views are eclectic rather than very far left or right, although it is fair to warn you

Update on Felicia

I learned a lot from my experience with this precious dog. She had to return to the Humane Association because she was too agrressive for my home and neighborhood. By the time I took her back, she had threatened a 4-year-old child and killed my cockatiel.  She was already in “Last Chance Saloon” for chasing