Author: daylerogers
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What Does The Manual Say?
I sat watching my daughter, Tiffany, sew a dress. To say I was impressed would be an understatement. She sews out of enjoyment. I grew up with a mom who sewed out of necessity. And you could tell it wasn’t enjoyable to her–the clothes she made were plain, simple, the same. Nothing I ever enjoyed…
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What’s It Worth To You?
My friend, Katie, and I spent time at the Salvation Army store the other day. She wanted to get some things to personalize her space in her apartment. I, being of superior shopping skills and a dithering mind, came along for the fun. This store had everything. Furniture, clothes, kitchen ware, paintings of questionable taste…
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Where Is The Wear That Should Be Under There?
I’ve packed enough suitcases in my time that it’s become second nature. Throwing things in that are the necessities. Things I always use. For a retreat this past weekend with some of my favorite people, I packed quickly. Without thinking. But the plan had been practiced many times before. I had this down. The lack…
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This Little Light of Mine
It had been a sloppy, rainy, cold day. John and I had been running errands and getting things done around the house. We attended a gathering that night to celebrate the birthday of a dear friend. When we got home, the unspoken agreement was to head to the back porch and our fire pit. Feet…
Tip of My Iceberg 