I was about to head outside to mow when I realized I couldn’t find my little girl. She had been … More
Tag: dad
This is the day
I was twelve when my grandmother lay dying in a hospital bed in Kansas City. I missed having her hug … More
My Dad Was a List Maker
My dad was a list maker. In a journaling book, he left a list for me of five of the … More
He Carries Us
When I was a little girl, I would sometimes pretend to be asleep, just so my dad would pick up … More
Eating an Elephant
My dad (and grandpa) had this great and humorous saying: How do you eat an elephant?(Cue the big cheesy grin)One … More
Help in Times of Need
My dad always encouraged me to write. It was twofold. First, I think he may have been my biggest fan. … More