This morning I’m sitting outside for my cup of coffee. The house sleeps. The kids are reading in their room, awake earlier than we want them to be. The sun starts to peak through the trees, a welcome warmth on my cheek in the chilly morning mountain air. Catbirds sing their haphazard songs, the drumming … Continue reading The mountain is alive
It’s October 23, and I think autumn has finally decided to stick around. That’s my hope at least. After a seemingly last effort from summer this past week with temperatures in the 80s, this weekend felt a proper chill in the air. This is my favorite time of year and one of the best things … Continue reading Autumn arrives
I wasn’t going to watch Trump’s speech last night because I figured it was going to be the same things he’s been saying his entire primary run. But I ended up watching it anyway because I knew it was going to be an important moment in this election. I’ve never actually watched an entire speech … Continue reading Thoughts on Donald Trump’s RNC speech
The air is cool for summer. Not cold enough for a sweater or jeans, but just cool enough to allow for a wonderful break from the past few hot and humid days. The air is still, relaxed. Beyond the houses and trees the clouds are a gorgeous shade of pink. Such a beautiful contrast to … Continue reading A summer evening
There’s a small diner somewhere between here and the Atlantic Ocean. It’s not much to look at, nothing real special or unique about this diner. Across from the rotating dessert display case is the cash register. Under the glass counter are a few different candy options. I always choose the fruit chews, strawberry. We get back in … Continue reading Surf City
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