Somebody is Watching Me

Pretzel, our tortie cat, was chirping away at this guy from our front window. He was frozen in fear at her feline ferociousness. Now, I know that a lot of people are triggered by even pictures of snakes. This was true for even myself until many years ago I had the “opportunity” to actually see…

Chasing Seventy

Chasing Seventies has taken on a profound new significance in my life. It transcends mere temperature; it’s a reflection of time’s passage. Having just celebrated my 65th birthday and made the bittersweet decision to retire from teaching, I find myself grappling with an exhilarating yet strange feeling. Transitioning from the daily ritual of rising with…