This cartoon comes from FunnyTimes.com. I think it says more in one glimpse than I could convey in a couple of thousand words. With that in mind, I’ll just say, “Point well made,” and “Enough already.” Let’s honor classic literature and also live and let live. May we overcome our fear of the “other” so…
Author: lenleatherwood
I am a native Texan who has lived for the past 30 years in Southern California. I am a published author of both short memoir and fiction, a two-time Pushcart nominee, a nationally award-winning writing coach, an editor, as well as a Licensed Professional Counselor in the state of Texas. In addition, I am the mother of three grown daughters of whom I am extremely proud, a grandmother of four darling children and the wife of a man I still love after 44 years.
Grandpa and Ethan Gardening
Liz was right behind Ethan in case he fell. He stood up quite impressively for about thirty seconds. Not bad for a 5 1/2 month old. Looks like he might like gardening based on his eyeing that potting soil. Of course, he may have been thinking how good it might taste if he could get…
Singing at Carnegie Hall – A Memory
Written June 2002 I sang last Monday night on the main stage at Carnegie Hall. Len Leatherwood from little Bonham, Texas, sang at Carnegie Hall in New York City. How did THAT happen? I am not an exceptional singer. I wish I were, but I’m not. I’m a good singer with a decent soprano voice….
What I’ll Pick If There Actually Is Reincarnation
A few weeks back, I was riding with Rachael and saw a hawk soaring through the sky above a wooded area we were passing. “If there’s reincarnation,” I said, “then I’d love to come back as one of those birds.” Rachael shook her head, “Mom, who says stuff like that? Only you.” My thought: I…
Poem: A Dent in Life Today
Today, I attended to details of one kind or another. Sorted through household items to donate; Returned tools to their rightful spots; Haggled with an insurance company over an inaccurate bill; Answered time-sensitive emails; Cooked; Tidied; Worked with a high school student on his Macbeth final exam Though insignificant in themselves, these details add up…
5-Star Recommendation for “Somebody Somewhere” on HBO (Max)
I am in love with the series “Somebody Somewhere,” which is produced by the Duplass Brothers, who are only getting better and better at creating masterfully written television shows. The best part of this series is that it depicts ordinary people in a small farming community in Kansas and allows them a whole range of…
My Day in Photos
Our family had a lovely day up in Ojai today. Here is a portion of our day in photos. Liz, Sarah, and the Kids at the ice cream store Gregorio, Rachael, Andrew, and Chula, the Scottie. Nico and Lyla Rachael and Andrew Liz and Ethan Nico, Luna, Gregorio, and Lyla Ron and Ethan
I Could Use a Chat with My Mother
I would love to sit and talk with my mom for just a little while. I would enjoy hearing her voice again and being near her. I’d love to hear how her life is now and what she’s been doing. I’d also appreciate the wisdom she could impart on what she’s glad she did in…
5-Star Chai Pound Cake with Cream Cheese Frosting
Today, I made this chai pound cake recipe from the King Arthur flour baking site instead of the chai cupcake recipe I posted last night. I made the cake in a bundt pan and frosted it with honey-sweetened cream cheese frosting and added fresh strawberries as a decorative garnish. The cake received a big thumbs-up…
Honey-Sweetened CHAI AND HONEY CUPCAKES w/ Whipped Cream Frosting
INGREDIENTS DIRECTIONS
20 Minutes a Day 