Happiness

What is there to be happy about? The news is terrible. Death, despair, tragedy, hurt and loss. What is there to be happy about it. Let me say, you can have personal happiness and optimism, and recognize that the world is a difficult place and there is much to make one anxious. And yet, let…

News from The Villa

The spring weather has rolled in, has brought new life to the environment. Green grass, leaves bursting out, plants growing in the garden. I’m always excited to see the bleeding heart surge out of the ground as it grows so very quickly. We are ahead of schedule this year, especially after days like this past…

When I grow up

This afternoon Paige asked if I might push her on the swing. We were at the park as Fitz celebrated his birthday with his friends. He was busy kicking the soccer ball and playing with his friends. Paige went to the swings. She informed me that she is growing up and isn’t a little kid…