Author Archives: Fran Hart

We (hubby, “T” and I) saw Fireproof this weekend. I’m not going to tout it as a candidate for an Academy award, but it deserves honorable mention.

I was 16 and it was the summer of ’81. I was working two jobs: mornings at one pool giving “water babies” swim lessons and afternoons/evenings at another pool as a lifeguard. The neighborhoods I worked in were middle- to … Continue reading →

There is no shortage of drama in the fishtank. We’ve tried to establish ourselves in a nice neighborhood, free from gangsta’s and druggies. The environment is relatively nice, but things tend to be overgrown. A dose of chemicals put the … Continue reading →

Here’s wishing you the bluest sky,And hoping something better comes tomorrow.Hoping all the verses rhyme,And the very best of choruses toFollow all the doubt and sadness.I know that better things are on the way.Here’s hoping all the days aheadWon’t be … Continue reading →

I’ve never been accused of being subtle, but as part of my evolution I’m occasionally making the effort to be less overt. In yesterday’s blog image, the snow was not too obvious, the slug bug was not too obvious, and … Continue reading →

Last month we visited PA and I snapped this photo. The significance for me is multi-fold: 1) it’s snowing, 2) “wedding-bell silver slug bug”, 3) the leaves. The image captures trees with green leaves, yellow/gold/red leaves, and no leaves. I’ve … Continue reading →

Sometimes it’s best to refrain from saying anything at all. Peace,

During my list trip to Malaysia I went for a long walk on a Sunday afternoon. This sign gave me pause. It seemed like a safe-enough neighborhood, but I guess you never know.

Sometimes thoughts pile up and push me in a certain direction. I have to admit, blogging about purses on my parenting site is a bit of a stretch. Maybe I’m just avoiding the things that are really pressing on me. … Continue reading →