by Olivia | Apr 2, 2012 | Lens on Life, Uncategorized
Three cars back from the intersection in the left turn lane, I was trapped by the red light. On the median next to me, a young man looked as if he’d had the fright of his life. And perhaps he had. His sign said, “Need prayer. Single dad about to lose apt. Anything...
by Olivia | Mar 28, 2012 | Lens on Life, Uncategorized
Today is my daughter’s birthday! (This is where you clap and cheer.) She’s 22. I admit that as I write, we’re having a bit of a choppy morning. I don’t always swim so well in these waters of parenting young adults. We’ve had some raised...
by Olivia | Mar 19, 2012 | Lens on Life, Uncategorized
Step 1: Admit you need one. I have resisted this for, oh, 40 years. I find purses a great nuisance. Historically I’ve aimed for the smallest purse possible, just for essentials. But I’m slowly turning into a bag lady. A small notebook lets me jot down...
by Olivia | Mar 12, 2012 | Lens on Life, Uncategorized
Let me start with the reasons I marshaled for not going to the all-church Family Movie Night. 1. My kids are grown and wouldn’t be interested. Anyway, my family hasn’t been able to agree on a movie for at least ten years. 2. I have a Lot. Of. Work. A quiet...
by Olivia | Mar 5, 2012 | Lens on Life, Uncategorized
My daughter was perfectly happy with her Blackberry until I came home with an iPhone. As soon as she held it, she ooed. When she saw the feast of apps that come pre-installed, she aahed. The bright colors. The crispness. The sleekness. Now, this is me dragging into...
by Olivia | Feb 27, 2012 | Lens on Life, Uncategorized
My friend is a drunk and not afraid to admit it. That’s one of many things to love about her. A couple of months ago at a book group meeting, Heather smiled at me across the room and asked, “How’s your tub?” I thought it was a peculiar...