Category Archives: Choices

Muffins and Such

Posted on December 16, 2022 by happyheart

Josiah is my (pretty cute) 3 year old grandson. He loves to visit my house and I look forward to having him around. Recently, Peter and I were away for a couple weeks, visiting some other grandchildren and their parents … Continue reading →

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Seven Simple Words

Posted on June 8, 2020 by happyheart

My mom passed away 6 months ago today. I miss her every day. There are traces and reminders of her everywhere in my world. Why wouldn’t there be? She was an integral part of my life for over 65 years. … Continue reading →

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What difference does it make?

Posted on April 19, 2019 by happyheart

If you know me at all you know that I am a Christian. I am a believer in Jesus Christ and I try to live my life in a way that pleases Him. Every day I fall woefully short – … Continue reading →

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Closing the door

Posted on October 24, 2018 by happyheart

We all open and close doors every day: doors to our house or apartment, garage doors, office doors, classroom doors, bathroom doors, bedroom doors, car doors … on and on. Like everyone, I opened and closed a lot of doors today, … Continue reading →

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Wedding RSVP

Posted on July 13, 2017 by happyheart

Last weekend Peter and I attended the wedding of a young woman who has a special place in our hearts. Besides being one of our daughter’s best friends, the bride spent a year living with us when she was in … Continue reading →

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Forgiveness and a Cup of Coffee

Posted on March 12, 2017 by happyheart

The other day I was a jerk! I didn’t plan to be. I didn’t want to be. But I was. I behaved badly to say the least. I was in pain, as often seems to be the case when our good … Continue reading →

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Those last few days

Posted on October 20, 2016 by happyheart

This week I am reliving those last few days before my Dad passed away one year ago. Last October 20th found my dad in the hospital. He was pretty much bedridden and unable to stand unless assisted by 2 people. … Continue reading →

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When All the Touchstones are Gone

Posted on November 27, 2015 by happyheart

A month ago my Dad died. Almost 2 weeks ago we moved my Mom, who deals with dementia,  into a seniors’ residence. Now we are beginning the lengthy process of tidying up and cleaning out the family home of 64 years. Most … Continue reading →

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Good for Your Health

Posted on July 30, 2015 by happyheart

A most astonishing fact was recently drawn to my attention: birthdays are good for your health. Studies have shown that people who have the most birthdays live the longest! As I approach yet another birthday, this truth is strangely comforting. Last year … Continue reading →

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One Fantastic Long Weekend

Posted on June 30, 2015 by happyheart

Years ago I asked my friend’s mother, who was in her early 80’s at the time, what it was like to look back over her life. Did it seem long? Did the years pass quickly? After pondering for a moment she replied … Continue reading →

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