“What they call you is one thing, What you answer to is something else.” This part of a poem by Lucille Cliffton struck me—it went right on in and brought a moist feeling to my eyes. I know, I know,…

Leonie is an old French name that is regaining popularity. It means “Lioness.” Our friend’s son recently named their newborn daughter Leonie, and in France, the second syllable is more pronounced. Jennifer is Jen NI fer French Names all you…

I believed that somewhere, beyond my imagination, there existed a place where we were free to love and be loved in peace. Somewhere inside ourselves is a seed of eternal goodness, untarnished, vibrant, steadfast to the everlasting universe of love.…

Carry the tub outside. Under your arm and with the other Gather buds, blossoms, and blooms- toss them in the bath. Oh, the splash of delight. Take the garden hose and fill it  Overflowing. Take your clothes off and toss…

A rosebud, fading with memories tucked in between its petals The seasons have caressed it. Sing the song of your memories; it is a beautiful gift to give. Petal by petal especially those who need to hear how their lives…