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How did your grandparents meet?

Posted on Sep 14th, 2009 by heemes

This QaR was originally posted the day after my 46th birthday, my second out here in Arizona. I asked my mom yesterday about this.  Here is the story. My grandmother, whom we affectionately call Mimi,... More »

Madonna - Rain (was Various)

Posted on Jun 30th, 2009 by heemes

A couple One of my favorite Madonna videos.  Feelin' that way.  :-) Darn YouTube police!  LOL

Love, Serve and Remember

Posted on Apr 15th, 2009 by heemes

What have you learned about love?

Posted on Feb 13th, 2009 by heemes

I've learned that love forgets everything that is not loving and brings up everything that is unlike itself.

Love Jessica's selection for today...

Posted on Nov 24th, 2008 by heemes

"We are told that people stay in love because of chemistry, or because they remain intrigued with each other, because of many kindnesses, because of luck. But part of it has got to be forgiveness... More »

Song du jour

Posted on Aug 21st, 2008 by heemes

Don't be afraid of your freedom!

What have you been paying attention to?

Posted on Aug 10th, 2008 by heemes

I've been paying attention to positive and negative feedback (because it's really all good).  I've been focusing on who I am, who I am perceived to be, and gaps between... I've been aware of humor,... More »

New Series - 10 Secrets

Posted on Jun 16th, 2008 by heemes

Back in Jan-2006, a lover sent me ten secrets with the following preamble: I've almost always listened to my own impulses, paying the price for taking the road "least traveled" and resisting enculturation, so it... More »

When have you felt unconditionally accepted?

Posted on Jun 2nd, 2008 by heemes

Ah, this is one of those ultimate questions; love it! I believe when I was a boy, I felt unconditionally accepted by my mother's parents.  I used to think of them as equal to God. ... More »

What do you like best about birthdays?

Posted on May 12th, 2008 by heemes

In a way, birthdays are just markers for trips around the sun.  However, what I like best is feeling special at least once a year.  Birthdays give an excuse.