Is there an age or year of your life you would re-live? Reliving a year, such a notion to weigh,Is it to rewrite or to feel good for a day?The essence lies not in a span,But moments—some grand,In a life, a medley, not just a replay. Moments, jewels […]
Ladies and gentlemen, I have a tale to tell. Picture this: a seemingly ordinary day, with the unremarkable task of rummaging through my closet to find my long-lost laptops. But as fate would have it, I stumbled headfirst into a rabbit hole of nostalgia, mementos, and a relentless […]
What would you do if you lost all your possessions? Viola Davis once said, “The only picture I have of my childhood is the picture of me in kindergarten.” This quote resonates with me on a profound level because, like Viola, I know what it’s like to lose […]
Life has a peculiar way of intertwining our most ordinary possessions with the profound moments that shape our existence. For me, that connection is embodied in a simple red Chinese noodle bowl – a vessel of both nostalgia and grief. It’s a symbol of life’s fragility, a stark […]
It’s been quite a journey since I first embarked on this blog back in 2012. If you haven’t noticed by now, I’ve been quite nostalgic as of late. I’ve also been trying to dig back into my sense of whimsy. As I’ve been noting, from deep dives into […]
What’s your all-time favorite album? For some reason, this past week, I’ve been re-watching the Gilmore Girls. Actually, I’m re-watching because I love that show. I love the storylines, the dialogue, and the wit. I love the mother-daughter dynamic. Makes me feel a bit nostalgic. A major part […]
What brings a tear of joy to your eye? A hummingbird A wagging dog A boy on his first day of school A pat on the shoulder A butterfly trying out its wings A word of kindness on a cold day A hug from a long-lost friend A […]
They had always wanted a bicycle built for two. They wanted to ride together in unison. They could also sing a song together, whether it be in sorrow or mirth. That’s why they also wanted to buy two guitars. They could be in sync, creating a melody for […]
What’s the oldest things you’re wearing today? I have several closets full of dresses and more dresses. A closet full of shoes and more shoes. A closet maxed out in blouses, shirts, and jeans. And, many of these are older than a decade. I just can’t follow that […]
The dog woke me up at 7am and wanted a long walk. And, he was peppy. He did his business, sniffed the roses, and looked up at me with his brown/green eyes. I was going to take this to be his way of communicating “happy mother’s day” to […]
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