In January instead of making New Year’s resolutions, I followed my favorite podcaster, Gretchen Rubin of Happier, and set goals of 26 in ’26. Today I am checking in if I’m likely to accomplish those goals. Self Goal: 26 minutes of FUN (my word for 2026) or rest each day–So far I am exceeding 26…

It’s been a while since I have written a post, but today “the spirit moved me.” Later this week I am hosting an event at RAE’S READS BOOK HUB to see if I can stir up some interest in poetry among younger people, aka kids, in my neighborhood. my school, and among my friends’ grandkids.…

TODAY IS TUESDAY… Tuesday is usually a slow day, an “off” day, where my (paper–LOL) planner has in big loopy letters, “READ” and “RELAX.” It’s often a day for self-care and/or catching up. TODAY, Tuesday, April 7th was the exception! Since I invited a young friend to dinner the night before, and we visited and…

I had such a happy Sunday! Jordan Applebee, a super fine guitarist and singer performed at my Book Hub, RAE’S READS yesterday, What a fine singer, and what a Godly man. The attendance was fewer than I had hoped for, but the experience was FUN, FRIENDLY, and UPLIFTING. Do you know what a Book Hub…

Brrrrrr. All over the U.S., it is COLD! Here in Texas, we have had a warmer-than-usual winter…UNTIL THIS WEEK. We are supposed to get down to the twenties tonight with “possible frozen participation,” aka sleet. I have stayed in all day and have read a children’s chapter book and a YA paperback set in WWII.…

I recently heard on Gretchen Rubin’s podcast, Happier, her substitute for New Year’s resolutions, her 26 in 2026 List. The idea is to think ahead to the year 2026, planning reasonable, measurable goals for several aspects of one’s life. This picture was taken in my office( at my old house,) when I was teaching at…

A smile is an accessory that heightens and compliments every outfit. As you bring out the dress saved for the holidays or straighten your Christmas tie, getting ready for Midnight Mass Christmas Eve, smile. Christmas morning as you pose for pictures in your “matching Christmas PJ’S”, wear a big smile. When you tackle that whole…