Our air conditioning went out. It teased us with lesser complaints for several weeks and then presented a burned-out blower motor – an expensive, slow repair and right during our nasty heat-wave. After one horrendously sultry night at home, we were extremely grateful to move in with my sister-in-law! We expect to be here at … Continue reading Rev. Ruth’s Reflections – August 25th, 2023

My first-born and I watched the sunset last night sitting on the beach. I have enjoyed a lot of beach time with Liam during his 22 years. He still likes to grab a little bucket and spade from the “borrow bin” so he can dig in the sand and look for shells or catch things … Continue reading Rev. Ruth’s Reflections – August 18th, 2023

My baby brother Michael turned fifty this week. It has been a bit disconcerting. My parents adopted him from Vietnam and he arrived in Birmingham in April of 1975, just a few days before Saigon fell. Dad emerged from the airline gate holding my new 21-month-old brother who was sound asleep, and I rushed forward … Continue reading Rev. Ruth’s Reflections – August 11th, 2023

I am beginning to feel a bit like an aging Snow White to whom all the little woodland creatures come for solace and song. You may remember my past stories about frogs, lizards, birds and bunnies. Well, we now have a new and totally unexpected addition. I went to the kitchen about 2am for cold … Continue reading Rev. Ruth’s Reflections – August 4th, 2023