Joy of Country Living

Well, I can definitely say Spring is here and Summer on the way – the trumpet vine is almost to the top of our very tall evergreen tree in the backyard and the pecan tree is leafing out. It is always the last tree to get its leaves. We planted that tree – along with another one that has since [...]

We think of Christmas as the season for Miracles and Hope – and as such wanted to share an email I received. I don’t know if this is a true story or not but it is touching.   And, I do have a true miracle story of my own I want to share with you this Christmas season, [...]

I find the year coming to an end to be somewhat maudlin – taking a peek back at what was accomplished during the previous eleven months, what wasn’t accomplished, loved ones no longer with us and whether I’m  happy with my life in general.   I can definitely answer ‘Yes’ to this last question – but could I have [...]

Back on the computer this week… sort of. My body is here and I’m typing but my brain is still relaxing on the deck sipping  iced tea while I watch the hummingbirds on the feeder. It was so nice to take some time off and relax – even at that did manage to get a [...]

Yikes!! I’m having a hard time getting myself back into a routine after the holidays. Sitting here trying to think of something interesting to talk about – and all that comes to mind is that I want to go lay down on the couch, read a book while eating a bowl of Eggnog ice cream [...]