Tag: Tip of My Iceberg
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The Lost Wonder

I’ve had the joy and privilege of being with my two sisters in Tucson, Arizona for several days. They’re so gracious to take me to places I’ve never been, to see things that boggle my mind. Plus our time is filled with laughter and memories and deep discussions. We drove far to the southeast of…
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Unexpected Surprises

We’ve had a cold spell here in Florida–it got down to the high 70s. People delightedly wore long sleeves and sweaters for a brief moment. We so rarely get to wear cold-weather clothing. In Colorado, our dear grand Beck experienced his first snow of the season–a little different from our cold front. He’s exhilarated by…
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Good Cop; Bad Cop

When our kids were young, I used to tease my husband that we had fallen into unasked for roles–at least from my perspective. I was the bad cop to his good cop. He traveled quite a bit, and when he was gone, I was the one who had to hold down the fort. I was…
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Learning Curve Conundrum

Soccer is a game that requires team work and an understanding of what each position requires from individual players. There’s a learning curve to the game, as in every sport. As kids become familiar with the footwork and fundamentals, they become better able to play together. All six of our kids played soccer, and now…
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How Wise Is Up?

I’m an experience person more than a thing person. Things meet needs and can wear out or break down. Experiences are memories that can last and be relived in my mind. When my daughter and her best friend drove down to Albuquerque and got to see a Balloon Festival, that was an experience I wish…