October 5, 2026

The Thing Post (October, 2026)

THING ONE After a recent family gathering, I went into one of our guest bedrooms and found this sweet note on the desk. You can bet it brightened up my day!…

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September 28, 2026

Wisconsin, 2026 (Part 2)

My sister, Debbie, sat in her recliner last Tuesday morning with a blanket over her legs, a cozy sweater over her shoulders, and a steaming cup of coffee in hand, ready for her first sip.  I could almost see the waves of contentment emanating from her being.…

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September 21, 2026

Wisconsin, 2026 (Part 1)

Friday afternoon, we left for Wisconsin, leaving Tinker and Belle in Sarah and Gage’s capable hands.…

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September 14, 2026

The Thing Post (September, 2026)

THING ONE So here’s something I feel strongly about.…

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September 7, 2026

Band-Aids, Chicken Bowls, and Kibble Nibbles.

Our friend, Greta, was scheduled to pick up a friend from the Charlotte airport on Saturday; she came a day early so she could spend a night at the Smith Airbnb.…

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