Crossings

“When I grow up, I want to be a cashier!” Smiling, my father replied warmly, “Well, Honey, if that’s your dream, we’ll make it happen.” …

The smiling faces staring back caused a chill to rise up through me. A moment in time, and so long ago; they looked so alive, …

“Donuts aren’t worth much when the jelly is gone.” My mother, who is nearing the age of 91 looked at the fragment of her treat …

Autumn is a season that reminds me of kindness. It’s a time of year where I choose to reflect on all the good. Something about …

Every morning at 7:20, my mouth waters as I drive past. I can almost smell the flaky pastries and hot lattes. I stare in delicious …

Chilly air, fresh pies, cider, and the falling of leaves. It’s that time of year where we trade in our beach sandals and pool days …

Staring out the window, my thoughts drifted with the waves. A blanket of sapphire sky was painted above the lake, creating nothing but blue scenery …

The word “retro” might be the way that someone would describe it, but with the funky wallpaper and mustard yellow countertop, most people would call …

This past month, I’ve experienced a deep wave of heaviness. June was the start of my first student loan payment, and it hit me like …

“All you need is just 20 seconds – 20 seconds of insane courage.” We Bought a Zoo is one of those heart-warming family films that …