“To everything – turn, turn, turn There is a season – turn, turn, turn And a time for every purpose under heaven…” ~The Byrds Dear Universe, It seems I spent most of the past six months wishing for spring and summer to be here. March went on with its sluggish pace as it always seems to. April fooled and teased …
Be a Buoy
“A buoy is a floating device that can have many purposes. It can be anchored (stationary) or allowed to drift with the sea wave.” Dear Universe, During my time on the island, I have been making a point to see the water at least once a day. I’m just so close to it, and love the water so much, that …
Island Exploration
“Come without a map. Explore… and draw your own map.” ~Stephen King Dear Universe, On Sunday I had the chance to do a little island exploring. Into the car I went with two fellow writers, each of us bringing cameras and an open mind. As we drove through the windy roads we took in the beautiful Vineyard landscapes—lush green fields, …
Take a Breather
“If you want to conquer the anxiety of life, live in the moment, live in the breath.” ~Amit Ray Dear Universe, In the last few years I have realized something about myself. I have discovered I run on two speeds. One can be described as go, go, go. The other as slow, slow, slow. There is no in between. And …
Letter on Lemons: Roll With It
“The happiest people don’t necessarily have the best of everything. They just make the best of everything.” Dear Universe, As the saying goes, “When life gives you lemons, make lemonade.” If that doesn’t suit you there’s always the other saying, “When life gives you lemons, make margaritas.” I’m not one for tequila, but I like the sentiment. Lately, I just …
Warm Welcome, 2014
Today, “is the first blank page of a 365 page book. Write a good one.” ~ Brad Paisley “The object of a new year is not that we should have a new year, but rather that we should have a new soul.” ~G.K. Chesterton Dear Universe, Happy New Year Everyone! I have to say I feel at peace with the …
Fond Farewell, 2013
“Reflect upon your present blessings—of which every man has many –not on your past misfortunes, of which all men have some.” ~Charles Dickens Dear Universe, As you are well aware, the end of the year keeps me busy. Busy preparing for all my New Year’s traditions! Yes, there are specific clothes to wear, food to eat and rituals to practice. …
Forgive and Forget–Truly
“Holding anger is a poison. It eats you from the inside. We think that hating is a weapon that attacks the person who harmed us. But hatred is a curved blade. And the harm we do, we do to ourselves.” ~Mitch Albom Dear Universe, They say that it is best to forgive and forget—not for the person who wronged you, …