Rain fuels creativity

When I was growing up, it rained every single Saturday.  Honestly, for years and years, Saturday meant rain.  Most people would complain about it,  but I learned to love the sound of water hurtling against the window and sloshing off the roof.  I liked looking through...

Tears and laughter

My mother gave me many gifts, but two things stand out.  To find out what they are, check out today’s “Family Matters” — “Mom’s most precious gifts” at www.dailyheraldtribune.com  (Caution:  Tissue may be required.) If you...

Let it not be Tuesday

Always one to dance to the beat of a different song entirely, I hate Tuesdays.  I know this is an unpopular sentiment.  I know I am supposed to hate Mondays, but I don’t.  I love Mondays. Mondays are either the end to the relaxed idleness that drives you from the...