by Carole Duff | Mar 9, 2020 | Dogs & Other Creatures, Faith, Family, Local or Human Interest |
Keith and I adopted another shelter dog last week, a puppy we named Cato. When we first brought Cato home, he pulled on his leash and jumped on us despite our “off” commands. He chewed on Heathcliff and Freya’s ears, legs and tails despite their warning growls. He...
by Carole Duff | Feb 3, 2020 | Faith, Family, Nature, Writing and Reading |
“Is there a Santa?” my 6-year-old son asked. It was 1989. “Yes,” I said cautiously. “There is a Santa, and he’s Mommy and Daddy.” Concerned that my son might feel let down, I added, “There’s magic in the world, too. It’s called science.” A few years later, after my...
by Carole Duff | Jan 6, 2020 | Faith, Family, Nature |
“Happy New Year!” I said to a member of our writing community. “How are things? How are you doing?” I asked, knowing she is primary caretaker for several of her family members. “Okay,” she said, “though nothing has really changed. I drive them to doctors’ appointments...
by Carole Duff | Dec 23, 2019 | Dogs & Other Creatures, Family, Local or Human Interest, Nature |
Heathcliff loves this little person, who had her first encounter with snow today. Wishing you a very Merry Christmas—today’s note from Vanaprastha.
by Carole Duff | Sep 30, 2019 | Faith, Family, Nature, Writing and Reading |
Today, I share a guest post of mine that went live last Wednesday on The Perennial Gen site: https://theperennialgen.com/the-gift-of-menopause/. My faith piece focuses on The Perennial Gen’s theme for September: Menopause and more. Gloomy days and challenging seasons...
by Carole Duff | Sep 23, 2019 | Family, Local or Human Interest, Nature |
“Stand still,” a mom said to her son as she scooched down and positioned her phone camera. Four-year-old Jeremy* waggled his neon blue and lime green backpack while his two-year-old sister crawled on the floor nearby. “Honey, please get up and stand next to your...
