In college, I went through a crazy Beatles phase (I even briefly sang in a very amateur band that played Beatles covers), so I know Paul McCartney is referring to his mom and not the Virgin Mary in the song “Let It Be.” Still, whenever I hear the song I find myself picturing Mother MaryRead the whole post >>
Some Others’ Post-Election Thoughts
I’m still recovering from a pesky stomach bug and just can’t seem to string any coherent thoughts together after last night’s election results. What I will say is whether you’re happy with the results or not, Senator Obama is now our president and he deserves our respect and demands our prayers (as do all theRead the whole post >>
It is Finished
After a four hour wait (yes, four hours!), I cast my vote during Georgia’s advanced voting today. While waiting in the interminable line, I read a book, briefly chatted with my mom, and I prayed. I hadn’t planned on praying, but I finished my book, and a long wait was still ahead of me. IRead the whole post >>
Hope
My husband called this evening when he was on his way to Grady Hospital to be on call. He was looking at a long night ahead of him, but there was no hint of self-pity or “man, this stinks working all day and then having to be up all night away from you guys.” Instead,Read the whole post >>
My Glass Ballerina
I recently signed Madeline up for a very laid-back ballet class at the Family Y. It’s nothing fancy and is focused on fun and movement. She seemed to really enjoy the first few classes, although I always chuckled when she told me she was the fastest runner in class. She was. The only problem wasRead the whole post >>