My mom was skilled at choosing the best fruits from the grocery store. Every time she would meticulously pick, prod, and even taste before making her selections. As a kid, it was like she was a general in the Army, picking apart her troops at a daily inspection. Although she was more like a drill ...

There is a chill in the airCrisp and freshScented with pineSoft sounds of the world falling asleep Winter calls to usBeckons us to start anewTo sleep the pain of the past awayAnd awaken fresh It sometimes seems like the world is frozenIn a moment in timeThe white that covers the landAnd the ice that hangs ...

Fall is the season for change. Everyone knows that, and the metaphor is a tad overused. However, the leaves change, and the earth gets prepared to be covered in snow. School starts in late summer, early fall. You get the opportunity to start fresh and learn new things.  Fall for me since I graduated college ...

Gray, gray, and more gray.Then the sun emerges. ISquint and breathe glory. Photo courtesy of Pixmartin from Pixabay

School may be starting, but in my neck of the woods, the weather can still be hot and humid. The air hangs heavy with moisture making the ridges surround my house hazy. I sigh. This weather was fun for a while, but now that we are getting back to some semblance of routine, I am ...

Dandelion pompoms Adrift in the breeze Each sprightly seed A nimble cheerleader spreading Spring’s spirited message Of a triumphant return Defeating Winter’s grey depressed skies Victorious golden champion Heralding in a season of renewed vitality

Waiting for spring weather is on top of most people’s lists; however, allergy symptoms make some people dread the return of this popular season. There are so many factors that can cause allergies in the spring. With new life popping up in the spring from weeds, grass, and pollen from trees this can cause a ...

Summer is in full affect and you know what? I hate it. Next to spring, summer is my least favorite season. It’s hot, humid, sticky and in turn, I get hot, sticky, sweaty and cranky. Basically, if I have to go somewhere that doesn’t have AC or a pool, I’m not going. Plus, I’m a ...