I received my second vaccination yesterday, and I have to say once again how impressed I am with the way Orange County, Florida, is handling the monumental task. It was an even […]
davidgrant2016
Retired teacher. 33 1/2 years experience in public schools at middle and high school levels. Trained in English and special education. Taught basic writing skills for 5 years at community college level. Practiced writing all my life in a variety of forms - poetry, short story, essay, novel. Currently living in Florida, absorbing the beauty of this piece of paradise, supporting my wife as she continues her teaching career and making this portion of my life the most awesome it can be.
Forever Young
I lead a blessed life, always have, I think. But currently my usual morning consists of some writing, some reading, some meditation accompanied by soothing ambient music. This is followed by a […]
One Writer’s Prayer
Let the words flow from my pen as the river flows to the sea. Let them be straight and true, a light in the darkness, illuminating, revealing treasures always present but only […]
More Kudos
I’ve had the pleasure the past two days of house-sitting for my stepson and his family while a new air conditioning system is being installed. It is a difficult job – an […]
This Too Shall Pass
There is a new persona taking up residence in my psyche, and I’m not sure how to deal with him, or even if he’s welcome. For 75 years I’ve thought to emulate […]
Internal Battle
This morning a battle rages inside me, and I’m not sure who will win. The Dalai Lama says, “If you want others to be happy, practice compassion. If you want to be […]
Sad, Sad, Sad
My task this morning is to quiet myself following the day of chaos that was yesterday. I found myself repeatedly viewing the unreal scenes unfolding in our capital. I’m not sure why. […]
The Voice in my Head
The running commentary by the voice in my head has always been a part of me, and perhaps the one thing that has singled out my existence. None of my childhood friends […]
Kudos
It is with gratitude this morning that I reflect on the experience of receiving my first dose of the Moderna COVID-19 vaccine yesterday. I am grateful, of course, that because of my […]
Holiday Prayer
Two COVID-free family members came to join our bubble for the Christmas holiday. Today we entertained ourselves by renting a boat and spending a few hours on the Butler chain of lakes, […]
