As we opened the front door, a bat flew into the house. My daughter screamed, while my wife and granddaughters jumped from their chairs and barricaded themselves in the bedroom. The bat found the guest room where it flew in large circles looking for a home. My son-in-law grabbed a broom and attempted to guide…
Month: December 2024
Happy Christmas, Merry New Year
“I think I may be in a rut,” I thought as I wished yet another acquaintance a “Merry Christmas.” How come it’s a Merry Christmas, but a Happy New Year, a Happy Birthday, and a Happy Thanksgiving? Can’t these other occasions be merry? Can’t Christmas be happy? I suppose, but I’ve never heard of such…
The Irony of the Race
I hate endings, but I find myself racing toward them. Then when I get to the finish line I find that I miss the process. I suffer from the day after let-down. Anticipation is better than remembrance. So why am I in such a rush? I find this race to finish ironic. Quickly, let’s finish…