Category: Love

  • Six Years Ago

    The times are a changing. My wonderful father died at 11 pm on my birthday, June 3rd. This time of year I am weepy and emotional and then I remember why. He comes to my mind every May and June. I think of him even more than the usual once a day. The wonderful memories…

  • The Saga of Tom and Jo #35

    Can You Tell A Story In… It’s Thursday and time for a new story challenge. Can you tell a story in 52 words using the following words in it somewhere: TIGHTROPE GOTHIC SQUEAMISH MANNEQUIN VIOLIN They threw a fair like no other with a Gothic House of Horrors to commemorate their reunion containing squeamish wax…

  • 57th Trip!

    In my mind lately I have had long periods of time not feeling well in my body and spirit. ALS has plateaus and valleys. There are no longer any peaks. You know, students, growing stronger physically. If you are blessed with time, you can adapt with technology, Thanks be to God. I recently went on…

  • The Saga of Tom and Jo #33

    Can you tell a story in 100 words using the following words in it somewhere: “Tonight is the best night. Before our vacation expires, I have one request for the woman that took 30 years to find. Jo, travel the world in my helicopter as my wife? Let’s go to Spain with the running bulls…

  • The Saga of Tom and Jo #30

    It’s Thursday and time for a new story challenge. Can you tell a story in 64 words using the following words in it somewhere: Dancing with such zeal, the grandchildren were amazed by their dance moves. By the end of the evening, the children were as sluggish as snails. “Jo, remember that cottage where we…

  • The Saga of Tom and Jo #29

    Can you tell a story in… write a story in 52 words using the following five words in it somewhere: “Jo, what a wonderful trip we’re having. I will cherish these days and pray for more.” As they danced cheek to cheek, Jo tried to disguise the waterfall of tears. Tom drew her closer.” “I…

  • The Saga of Tom and Jo #28

     Can you tell a story in… write a story in 39 words using the following four words in it somewhere: The hotel newsletter featured the famous Peacock Players inviting children of all ages to come to the ballroom Friday for free cymbal lessons and toothpaste and toothbrushes. The grandchildren would like this. “Call TJ and…

  • The Saga of Tom and Jo #27

    Write a story in 85 words using the following eight words in it somewhere: “We are together now Tom. We have been given a second chance. We are staying in a luxury hotel with the best towels and complimentary dinners at The Four Horseman and the LandShark Bar & Grill. Let’s dance on the top…

  • The Saga of Tom and Jo #26

    Can You Tell A Story In… Thursday means new story challenge time. So can you tell a story in 56 words using the following words in it somewhere: “Jo, you don’t have to tell me about it. I can’t imagine how hard it was for you. I was bewildered when you disappeared. I took a…