When the Ghosts of Easters Past Visit
March 31, 2018
Easter in the empty nest is much different than Easters in the past. A little night visitor reminded me. … More When the Ghosts of Easters Past Visit
This Is The Way; Walk In It
March 24, 2018
You have heard the saying “a picture is worth a thousand words”. Well, a photograph my son-in-law took on our recent trip to Scotland inspired me to write a few. … More This Is The Way; Walk In It
The Magic of The Magic City
March 17, 2018
Have you ever had a place so full of memories it was almost magical? I have – my daughter’s college town, Birmingham, Alabama which is appropriately nicknamed The Magic City. … More The Magic of The Magic City
It Was Just a Cupcake and a Card
March 3, 2018
You never know how a kind word or action will affect someone else’s life. If you feel that little nudge to show kindness toward someone, act on it. You won’t regret it. … More It Was Just a Cupcake and a Card
The Empty Nest As Wilderness
February 24, 2018
Do you ever feel like you’re wandering in the wilderness? Sometimes the empty nest feels like that to me. … More The Empty Nest As Wilderness
Merry Christmas From My Son: A Weekend of Variety in Nashville
February 4, 2018
As an empty nest mom, the older my son gets, the more I enjoy being with him. Reflecting on a weekend of variety in Nashville. … More Merry Christmas From My Son: A Weekend of Variety in Nashville
How One Famous Little Bear Sent Me Back In Time
January 27, 2018
Have you ever had a favorite children’s storybook or toy bring you to tears? The Winnie-the-Pooh exhibit at the Victoria & Albert Museum had me feeling nostalgic. … More How One Famous Little Bear Sent Me Back In Time
Why Christmas Lasted a Little Longer at My House
January 20, 2018
This year began with several celebrations which delayed my Christmas un-decorating. I hope it is a sign of what the coming year will be like – a year of celebration! … More Why Christmas Lasted a Little Longer at My House
A Tribute To My Brother On His Fiftieth Birthday
January 9, 2018
I’m having trouble believing my little brother is turning fifty which has evoked much reminiscing. Older siblings are notorious for picking on younger ones. Read about some of the things for which I need to beg forgiveness. I’m pretty sure he’ll forgive me. … More A Tribute To My Brother On His Fiftieth Birthday
How a Visit to Scotland Saved This Year’s Christmas
December 30, 2017
What I thought would be one of the worst Christmases in my life turned out to be one of my most favorite. Six months ago, I would never have believed it. My daughter spent her first two years after college working for non-profit organizations. As is customary, the pay was not great but she … More How a Visit to Scotland Saved This Year’s Christmas
Kim Wilbanks 