Ollivander’s Wand Shop
Not so long ago, we were standing in the cobblestone Diagon Alley. It was a dream come true for Hannah. She drank her Butter Beer while contemplating which wand from… Read more Ollivander’s Wand Shop →
it’s a sign…
“Mom, do you have a minute? I need to talk to you about something serious,” Sam said. I looked up from chopping the salad. “Do you want to talk while… Read more it’s a sign… →
recovery
I’ve never met anyone excited about the recovery process. In fact, it is rare to meet someone who will follow the doctor’s or physical therapist’s orders without reluctance. Most cheat.… Read more recovery →
Us as a Family of Five
This is us. I’m wondering when I’ll be able to post a family picture without feeling like I owe an explanation about being five. I supposed the explanation lies in a… Read more Us as a Family of Five →
right now
Right now I am reminded of the importance of collecting the ordinary stories of my life. Big meaning is always found in tiny moments. Right now I’m nearing the end… Read more right now →
hannah makes plans
Last fall, Hannah set up a college visit to Ivy Tech in Fort Wayne. She let me tag along. She wants to be a teacher — a secondary English teacher.… Read more hannah makes plans →
Dear A.S. King…
Dear Amy, Your words at PCTELA 18 were just what I needed. When you finished, and everyone was standing and clapping because you were amazing (even before 10 am), I… Read more Dear A.S. King… →
Raw Reflection
[CELEBRATE This Week 240] I was talking about blogging with Pernille and asked, “Do you set your posts ahead of time?” “Nope,” she said. “It’s all first draft writing. Whatever… Read more Raw Reflection →
“I don’t give up.”
[CELEBRATE This Week No. 230] Jordan’s wrestling matches started this week. Last year he joined wrestling in the middle of a very short middle school season. It was his first… Read more “I don’t give up.” →
Ruth Ayres Writes 