When you think about it... Hugs are a simple thing. Eyes catch the glance of another. We move toward one another. Heads move to one side, arms wrap, holding close for a brief second or more.   Words may follow…. “It’s so good to see you.” “I’m so sorry for your loss.” “I missed you so much!” “You got this.”  “I love you.”  “Thank you.”   Or not… The hug may have said it all.   Then the pull apart— a step back, arms slide down to cradle hands, or just letting go. And if the emotion is high,...

There's something magical about trucks that takes my grandson, Ronan away in his imagination. Mail trucks, construction trucks, garbage...

Behind my art table, tucked in a grocery bag, I found them— no longer needed, but still holding the memory of the object they protected. ...