I've often said that the most important thing you can give your children is wings.Elizabeth EdwardsWoven of grasses,Sweet with summerUnder the pear tree—Forsaken in November,She found a little bird's nest"Where is the bird, Grandma?"She wants to know"Flown, and how soon flown. Yes, how soon."

Napping GrandpaBy Elece HollisAge does not make us childish, as some say; it finds us true children. Johann Wolfgang von GoetheSunlight streaming in on himMakes the couch the best napping spot.Grandpa rests, sleeps his "spoon nap,"Tired of the day early onHe snuggles his hands warmUnder his neck and face, He breathes deep,Plays a game of Hide and No... Continue Reading →

I love the deep quiet in which I live and grow against  the world and harvest what they cannot take from me with fire or sword.Johann Wolfgang von GoetheThere are secrets hidden in this smile,Stories in this face. Life andYears have etched memories—Times that will not tellDays not to be recalled.Tears have fallen from these eyesJoy tears and... Continue Reading →