I live in a city in decline. We’re not Detroit, but there are a lot more empty houses in Saint Paul, Minnesota, than I’d like to see. Some are just slow to sell, some are orphans of banks, and some … Continue reading
Tag Archives: death
First, let me send this entreaty to God: Dear Lord, While I fully appreciate the need for many kinds of weather, I respectfully ask that You limit it to one kind of misery per 24 hour period. Right now You’ve … Continue reading
My feet are cold. My nose is cold. My dog is cold. Yes, Stormy is cold. I just went to take a picture of the Grim Reaper’s playground (my back yard) and she didn’t even get off the couch when … Continue reading
A year ago I wrote extensively about my dog Maisie and her last week with us. She was my girl in so many ways, and a complete sponge for affection. Her place in my heart is secured for eternity. Sickly … Continue reading
Last night I was informed of the death of a friend. A friend I’d never met. I work with technicians all over the country in my job but have only met a few of them over the years. For the … Continue reading
