Poison ivy, phone issues, a leaky sink, and tenacious weeds could have ruined my week. Lucky for me—life is bigger than bad moments, and free will is the true test of love. There is an old oak tree that stands on the edge of our property, and every time I […]
Excerpt from OldEarth Melchior Encounter
Everyone Has Questions Abbas didn’t like to do it, but there was no way he could allow her to continue her transmission. Mauve fell to a floor in a heap in the dim corner of the main hall. Omega ran ahead and nudged her still form with his foot. “Is she […]
A Great Equalizer
Outside the sun shines on still-green grass while glistening spider webs rock in a gentle breeze. Dead, prickly flower heads bob on brown stems while clusters of rust-colored oak leaves rattle against the bare branches of neighboring trees. Even the indoor plants oppose each other in stark contrast. My green […]