The Swans at Indian Acres
Down the street from our house, there is a million dollar property called Indian Acres. It is a peaceful spot with a well-maintained pond, an attraction for all kinds of wildlife. Throughout the year, we…
My Dad Never Forgave Me
We were on a boat dock. I am not sure how old I was, probably around six. This is how I remember it. My brother Mike and I were shoving each other back and forth….
Finally Finished my Winter Knitting Project on the First Day of Spring
I was always rather crafty. When I was in 6th grade, my mom and I took a knitting class together. She wanted to knit an afghan, but knitting did not come easy for her. She…
Watching the Squirrel
Initially I did not want to feed the squirrels. We would try to scare them off. “Dude, it’s a BIRD feeder.” A seemingly friendly little squirrel hops up and hogs the whole table. I thought…