by Deb Farris | Jul 12, 2014 | Musings, Uncategorized
I stepped outside onto the deck overlooking a forest of trees. Standing above them all gave me a sense of a strong foundation, something I had for a long time struggled to admit was missing. The cool Carolina air hit my face as I turned to slide the door closed behind...
by Deb Farris | Jun 21, 2014 | Musings, Uncategorized
My husband looks at birthdays differently than I. He always moves me forward a year. I completely missed 57 because he told me I was in my 58th year. When I turned 58 I thought I was 59. I guess you could say I’m more than prepared to turn fifty-nine on June 22...
by Deb Farris | Mar 8, 2014 | Family, Uncategorized
Some people wait for years to replace a beloved pet. Not us. When we had to put down Pisgah—my fifteen year old Cocker Spaniel—I couldn’t go back home without her there to greet us. She had been through my first marriage with me. After my divorce, she was with...
by Deb Farris | Feb 14, 2014 | Family, Uncategorized
Every year, my husband and I agree that we don’t have to celebrate Valentine’s Day because we don’t need a designated day to say our love is special. Some years we agree not to get each other a card. On others, we agree to get one. One year, Todd...
by Deb Farris | Jan 22, 2014 | Family, Uncategorized
“I’ll get dressed and take you out, Sam,” Todd says to our dog as he runs up the steps and trips, causing a loud thud. I jump. Are you okay…? I think but don’t ask. It’s early morning, I’m not really awake yet and Todd is a teaser....
