The object I kept for too long It’s a poignant scene. The pet dog, a collie, interceding on behalf of a little girl standing in the corner. He begs for his mistress to be released from her punishment. The piece of art is called A Special … [Continue reading] about From treasure to trash
I have a signed, limited edition art print of Switzer Bridge surrounded by trees in autumn glory. It’s a covered bridge no longer used by vehicles but open to foot traffic near Stamping Ground, KY. I purchased the piece at a nearby bookshop the same … [Continue reading] about The covered bridge
I don’t know why my family had such an affinity for handmade wooden boxes of various shapes and sizes, but I inherited the love for them and their backstories. One of these boxes, a smallish rectangle with a hinged lid and dovetail joints, made … [Continue reading] about The unfinished cross stitch
But I survived I discovered kayaking in the spring of 2019 and spent the summer paddling flat water most weekends with my husband. We enjoyed the sport recreationally, but when I saw the ad for a fun float and race in October, I signed us … [Continue reading] about I brought a knife to a gunfight
In the late 90s, I was in transition and untethered. Between relationships. New job. It was a trying time, but I was fortunate to have my friend Eliza as an anchor. We met through work, but our friendship extended beyond that. Marathon phone … [Continue reading] about The expired license plate