“For the sense of smell has the power, more than any other, to recall memories.” -Rachel Carson- journal entry: There was a time when I thought that potpourri lasted only a season. I guess it still depends on what is in it. I love potpourri. The best thing about this …
“One woman’s trash is another woman’s treasure.” -Unknown- journal entry: I have long wondered why people collect the things they do. Wouldn’t it be interesting to know? If you collect pigs, what does that mean? If you collect books? Shoes? China? I don’t know why I am drawn to the …
“Grandpa, look at our hands. They’re the same !” -Holden and Grandpa Painting Pumpkins- journal entry: It is October. Pumpkins are ready. All are harvested and lined up in the garden. Children have opinions about pumpkins. Once they have picked their favorites, I get out the paint and the glitter …
“Broken cookies don’t have calories.” -Unknown- journal entry: Collections. Most of us didn’t start out thinking we were collecting. I have several things that I have always been drawn to throughout my life. Like cookie cutters. Over the years, one here and one there . . . I have …
