I shouted that I had baked a batch of cookies. Everyone acted busy and didn't respond to my call. Not even the hungry grandkids came for one, For they'd been told of my culinary shortfall. Written for the Three Things Challenge #259 for June 7, 2020: batch, respond, busy
A Real Battle Looming
Exercising would make a great hobby, I know, But I find that I just can't stay loyal. Although I have more than enough space to move, My love of food results in a battle royal. Written for the Three Things Challemge #238 for Sunday, May 17, 2020 from Pensitivity 101. The prompts are hobby, loyal,... Continue Reading →
Downsizing is Good for the Heart!
I kept brooding over cleaning the bigger house, So we looked for something with less upkeep. We found a nice little cottage on a metalled road, And now we're not so tired when we go to sleep. Written for the Three Things Challenge from Pensitivity 101. The prompts are metal, upkeep, and brood. I used... Continue Reading →
Hopefully Not a New Normal!
Caroline was looking forward to a house full of children, grandchildren, and great-grandchildren for Mother's Day this year. But, now she just hopes to hear the telephone ring, to know that her family members still care. She has lived long enough to know that what matters is love, in any form. Written for Three Things... Continue Reading →
I Have Heard Them All!
There is no excuse that I haven't heard, As the reason for not getting work done. Even the more timid will look in your eyes, And tell you a whopper that he has just spun. They look so hopeful when they tell lies, Thinking they've pulled the wool over you. But, after twenty years of... Continue Reading →
Still Getting Around!
Photo courtesy of Donna McNicol To the young people, I am a curious sight, Walking slowly but surely towards town. They say that I should be safe in my bed, But I tell them, "I can still get around." I'm not quick as the roadrunner, I know, But I'm still as wise as the old... Continue Reading →
Life’s Little Compromises!
I always hated the thought of eating healthy. I'd rather some chocolate than a red juicy apple. But the man who proposed loved grains and oats, And now we are on our way to the wedding chapel. Written for Three Things Challenge #223 from Pensitivity 101. The prompts are grains, oats, and chapel. I thought... Continue Reading →
Knowing to Call the Electrician!
Matt decided to do the new wiring himself, Saying we could save a lot of money his way. I wanted to call in the pros, don't you know, But I relented , not wanting to start a fray. But as I walked in the basement and I saw An arc of fire, I knew we... Continue Reading →
You Are All That I Need
Photo by La Miko in Pexels. com. Mattie and I sit on the shore alone, Wrapped together to fight the damp. I am content to sit here with her, Before we head back to our camp. All I need is her unconditional love, A pot to cook, and a lamp for some light. No oven... Continue Reading →
Lessons for an Introvert!
Ginny never was a gregarious person, but she did enjoy attending a soiree now and then with one of her friends who was determined to break her of her self-imposed isolation. She would go along to get along, but she hated listening to the liars making all sorts of false claims about their love lives,... Continue Reading →
Help from Heaven 