eternity – Grandma's Gleanings

Day Two Hundred Seventy-One “Hindsight”

May 5, 2020 by Cathy Winkle

A tragic incident occurred recently on one of the major thoroughfares traversing our state, leaving in its wake twisted metal and mangled lives. Sixty travelers were rushed to local hospitals due to their injuries, but the most devastating news was that five souls had lost their lives on that fateful morning, regular people like …

Day Two Hundred Forty-Two “Rituals”

April 28, 2020 by Cathy Winkle

The older I get, the more I tend to get stuck in rituals. Since I am a devoted insomniac, I have found that employing a bedtime routine helps me to relax, leading to a better night’s sleep. Step one, I try to turn off technology as bedtime approaches, since research has found that staring …

Day Sixty-Four “Finally Home”

October 13, 2019 by Cathy Winkle

The day had been filled with child-like anticipation and excitement. Lists were checked and rechecked, suitcases packed, enough snacks and lunches to feed a small army were prepared. Vacation time at last! How refreshing it is to travel, to see something different, to experience something new. I will take my place in the passenger seat …