Marion’s Eulogy
It was a nice service today, but I had hoped that the pastor would read the eulogy written about Marion. It was included in the program, but I had hoped the service was more about her. Marion Adelaide Penny Perrine September 12, 1942 – July 3, 2013 A curly, redheaded girl named Marion was born on September 12, 1942 in Portsmouth, Virginia. … Continue reading Marion’s Eulogy
My Sister Marion
I haven’t posted in a long time because there has been nothing on my mind except my sister Marion. She wanted things private, from an online perspective, so I could not write about her, which also meant I couldn’t write about anything else. Because I couldn’t think of anything else. Marion passed away on Wednesday, July 3 at 4:30 pm from breast cancer that had … Continue reading My Sister Marion
An End to Cancer?
I’m adding this link to an article about cancer treatment. I think in 100 years from now they will think we were barbaric in treating cancer with chemotherapy. Or maybe in 10 years. Or one year? Who knows. The only thing I know is that I wish and hope and pray for an end to this horrific disease right now. I don’t know anyone who … Continue reading An End to Cancer?
Summer Herbs and Veggies
We have a short growing season up here in Descanso. In fact, it was 33 degrees last night, on June 15. That keeps the veggies stunted. Still, we enjoy the veggies and herbs and berries we grow during the summer. My favorite herb, hands down, is basil. I love the flavor and the endless array of dishes it enhances. I just found these tips on … Continue reading Summer Herbs and Veggies
What Do You Like To Do
This week has been very challenging for our family. A story not for me to tell, but nonetheless it has shaken our world and brought us all back to what truly matters. Today I read this article which made perfect sense to me: finding the joy in every day, even the crappy days. Because even the crappy days are here on earth, and that’s something … Continue reading What Do You Like To Do
Lemons to lemonade….or a dead tree into works of art
Our longtime friend Steve Lipoma, a woodworking artist who has won awards at the San Diego Fair, came up last week for the first time in six months (along with our good friend Eric Leatherman). He surveyed the remains our old oak tree, and his wheels started spinning on what he could do with some of her remains. He’s renting an apartment in Scripps Ranch, … Continue reading Lemons to lemonade….or a dead tree into works of art
Bird Families
I love watching nature. It makes you realize that families, regardless of species (and ethnicity, race and national origin), live to ensure that the next generation survives and thrives. We truly are one. We have a few bird houses and bird feeders here in Descanso because we enjoy watching the bird families. There is one bird house that the same type of bird returns to … Continue reading Bird Families
Ideas For Grandmother Oak’s Remains
I’m looking for ideas on how to creatively upgrade a 12-foot dead tree trunk, and luckily, there are many talented people out there who have done just that. I have a small fairy garden already (thank you Julie Howard Salmons for turning me on to that), so I like the idea of carrying that theme to the trunk of this old, great tree. Here’s an … Continue reading Ideas For Grandmother Oak’s Remains
Treehugger
Twenty-five years ago this month, Steve and I were looking to buy a home in the mountains. We found a fixer-upper, old miner’s cabin in Descanso that met our criteria: relatively flat land, fenced yard, large kitchen, garage storage, etc. Yes, it’s a fixer-upper, and we’ve done some work, and still have more to do. But the one thing we both fell in love with … Continue reading Treehugger
What are you doing with your Dash?
There is a poem by Linda Ellis called “The Dash” http://lindaellis.net/the-dash/the-dash-poem-by-linda-ellis/ that resonates with me. Perhaps it is that I spent a good chunk of my most recent vacation in cemeteries visiting the graves and crypts of many dearly departed loved ones. I know it is also because I have reached an age and deeper understanding about my own mortality. It is sooner rather than … Continue reading What are you doing with your Dash?
Sharon A. Penny 