Tag: Tip of My Iceberg
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Start Small; Finish Big
It began in 1882. On March 19 of that year, a cornerstone was laid for a small church in Barcelona, Spain that, having begun with a diminutive footprint, has become the largest unfinished church in the world. The Basilica Sagrada Familia. It was begun by architect Francisco de Paula del Villar, and it was meant…
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Heart Of Hospitality
We’ve been blessed with having thirteen college students stay with us during their spring break, courtesy of our two oldest grands. They’ve come from the cold climes of northern Indiana, so a little Florida sun was a gift. People who find out about our decision are a bit amazed. Why would we choose to do…
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Death By Any Other Name
Over two hundred years ago, after our Constitution was ratified, Benjamin Franklin wrote in a letter to a friend in France, “Our new Constitution is now established, and has an appearance that promises permanency, but in this world nothing can be said to be certain, except death and taxes.” He’s not the originator of the…
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The Royal “We”
Being thoughtful and compassionate in the role of grandparents, we’re continually on the lookout for intriguing surprises for the littles who have increasingly populated our lives. John is particularly gifted at this; he finds funky, flashy things that make noise and twirl insistently, colorful creations made of plastic and fun, and unusual delightful distractions guaranteed…
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My Room Means My Rules
She’s not quite eight-years-old, but she has thoughts, opinions, and convictions that would rival someone three times her age. Our daughter and her family living in northern Virginia reworked their home to offer their daughter a room of her own. Having shared a bedroom with her little brother due to limited space was a necessity.…
Tip of My Iceberg 