Personal
Celebrations
It has been wonderful to see the television images of the statue of Saddam tumbling down, and Iraqis celebrating in the streets. I want to think they’re happy and grateful. I want to think the U.S. did something… Read More
Remembering Bloom
Sunday afternoon I was in the bedroom sorting laundry when I turned on the television. I saw the familiar sight of David Bloom atop his tank recovery vehicle and listened in. I always looked forward to his reports…. Read More
Casserole of Shame
Sometimes, trying a new recipe and cooking something wonderful just makes you feel good. But sometimes, trying a new recipe and cooking something… well… bad, just makes you feel crappy. I decided to tackle a new recipe tonight…. Read More
Sweet Savannah
There are so many things I’ve been thinking and feeling about the war, and I had planned to write about them soon. But today, instead, I’m taking a break from all of that. Lee and I packed the… Read More
Breathing Deeply
I’ve been practicing my breathing. Over the weekend, Nikki and I had an all-day childbirth/Lamaze class. It was fun. We learned all kinds of things, including different breathing techniques to help with relaxation. Baby or not, we could… Read More
War Coverage
As I watch the coverage of this war, I am constantly amazed by what I see and hear and experience along with our troops. Thanks to advances in technology coupled with the willingness of the military to allow… Read More
Waiting for War
The gavel came down today. 14 minutes and waiting until the President addresses the nation. What then? A little more waiting, then war. Some of them will die, some of us will die. It seems like such a… Read More
