And They Said It Wouldn’t Last
Posted: August 18, 2010 Filed under: Joined at the Heart, Writers Write | Tags: family, Mothers, vacation, writers, writing Leave a comment »In the middle of our first adoption, a guy I know asked if I could get my money back if I didn’t like the kid. I wish I’d said, “Do your parents want their money back on you?”
Ten years ago this week, I became Cherry’s mom. She was a smiley Chinese version of the Gerber baby. Today, she is a Barbie Doll. You know, the one that comes dressed in the nuclear physicist suit.
We celebrated with a weekend at the beach.
Come on in. The water's fine.
No thanks. I'm fine right here.
Home: Road Trip, Day 8
Posted: July 19, 2010 Filed under: Aha!, Writers Write | Tags: camping, family, vacation, writers, writing Leave a comment »
Proof.
Home is sanctuary, but I’ve found meaning in the journey.
- Life is good. Enjoy.
- A great kiss can end an argument.
- Money isn’t a big deal, unless you don’t have any.
- I can write anywhere–anytime.
- It’s good to dream, to make plans.
- I’m capable.
- A change of venue is an excellent idea.
- The God of Thoreau and Whitman is everywhere. I have the photos to prove it.
- Don’t undervalue a soft bed.
- Be aware of the best moments. Know–this is it.
The Hike: Road Trip, Day 6
Posted: July 18, 2010 Filed under: Joined at the Heart, Writers Write | Tags: camping, family, vacation, walking, writers, writing Leave a comment »
My family agrees. Our favorite thing is the hike. We’re low-landers, so it takes us time to catch our breath. Today, we walked several miles into the Pecos Wilderness, stopping to play next to a stream, exploring a cave and a waterfall before finding our way back to camp.
