Creation
Snow Angel
The impending snow storm arrived last night and we awoke to a winter wonderland. As we ate our breakfast, we saw our “roofmates” outside clearing the wet, heavy snow off the tree branches. They kept us entertained. Later, I received a message from the wife saying that she made a snow angel outside the window […]
Sun and Prayer
We’re supposed to be getting a big snow storm. This morning, however, was really nice weather. Mom and I were happy to sit in the doorway with the door propped open and get some sunshine and fresh air. My mom would occasionally say things that didn’t really make sense. But then at one point, I recognized […]
Plant Day
Saturday is plant watering day. My sister and mom watered her orchids, which are beautifully in bloom right now. My mom always makes sure we have the right water temperature and that the plants are soaked for the appropriate time – 5 minutes. Later in the day, we refreshed the 4 bouquets that we had […]
Painting Party
We celebrated my sister’s birthday today with a virtual painting party. Some family came over and other friends and family joined via Zoom. Everyone had a canvas, brushes, and a lots of different colored paints. The instructor on Zoom guided us through how to paint the picture, which was an abstract water and mountain scene […]
God Morning
As my mom’s dementia progresses, I feel like I have to be prepared for anything. Last night was my turn to “sleep” in her room with her. Thankfully, my sister and I trade off every night. Too early this morning, she started yelling for my dad. She sat straight up and said something happened to […]
But the Wind
I wanted to make a trip up to the cabin today to make sure all was well before the winter cold sets in. My grandson volunteered to come with me. He brought his new camera with him and told me all about it. It is quite different from any other camera I have had experience […]
Puppies
A friend of mine breeds Standard Poodles. One of her dogs had a litter of puppies on new years eve. She has been graciously sharing photos and videos of them. Even though it’s only been a couple of days since they were born, I can see changes in them. The last video showed the puppies […]
Sitting in the Sun
Today was beautiful and sunshiney. Typically, my mom and I would sit on the porch and get our daily dose of vitamin D. Unfortunately, today mom’s legs were very weak and she was unable to make it out the door. I thought about taking the wheelchair down the one step, but thought I had better […]
The Angelus
Today my mom and I went out to deliver her sugar plum loaf. On the way home, we stopped by St. Gabriel Church to see the new statue they erected. It was the archangel Gabriel visiting Mary. It tied in nicely to what I heard today. Even though it is Christmas Eve, the Catholic Church […]
Orion Appeared
I went out briefly tonight and on my way home the sky was dark and clear. As I was driving down the street by the house, I noticed a couple of stars. I looked more intently and gradually the constellation Orion appeared. I will forever be reminded of my father when I see that constellation. […]
Still Finding God 