Happy Birthday, Daddy

Today would have been my daddy’s 95th birthday. I was and always will be a daddy’s girl. I adored him, and he giggled at me. Do you ever wonder what makes people the way they are? [...]

Eating Crow and Counting Miracles

Well, I’m not exactly eating crow, but I am modifying my rant from a few days ago. I am convinced I was blessed with Divine assistance from the One who is concerned about what is concerning [...]

Smoke and Mirrors

Sometimes, I feel as if I am in an alternate universe where I am the only real person in existance. Companies are all smoke and mirrors. I am apologizing for getting on a rant today ahead of [...]

Be Ye Kind

This sign was on the door of the Waffle House where we stopped for breakfast. It saddened me more than I can express. To have to post a sign to remind people to be kind! For goodness sake! Our [...]

Short in the Shank

When I was a kid, little ones were often called ‘Short Shank’ as a term of endearment. Bless my heart! I was a short shank then, and apparently I still am! In height anyway. I’m [...]

Learn From Fiction

Sometimes, watching old movies can enlighten and inspire. Back in the day, I loved the science fiction movies and shows. What was once fantasy is now our reality. Some old shows reveal the [...]

TEARS and TSUNAMIS

After yesterday’s braggadocious rant about never crying, I was once again put in my place. I was brought to tears by a little waitress who was no bigger that a minute! May the Lord bless her! For [...]

TOUGH ENOUGH!

In March of 2020, I asked Dr. Brcka for a double knee replacement. He asked me, “How tough are you?” Cluelessly, I answered,“Tough enough!” And I would have been except for trying too hard in [...]

Arrogance and Apologies

I was going to say, “Hello, my name is Kara Beth, and I am arrogant.” But I think I am just tired! Tired! Tired! And maybe more than a little bit stubborn, and yes, sadly, arrogant. [...]