Maybelle Crabtree here. “I hate you, Mommy!” I remember the first time my son, Matthew, said those words to me. He sat on the couch, legs crisscrossed. His arms folded across each other. His eyes glared at me. He said the words slowly, emphasizing each word. I was in the kitchen washing dishes. My reply was calm and nonchalant. “Well, I guess I’m doing my job right then.” I … [Read more...] about I Hate You, Mommy!
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Wonder Woman or Wonder, Woman?
Maybelle Crabtree here. There are an awful lot of superhero movies making their way to the theaters these past few years. Not complaining. Just an observation. They make a bundle of cash for the studios so why wouldn’t they make more of them. Not my cup of tea but somebody seems to enjoy them. If I picked who my favorite superhero, the choice would be obvious: Wonder Woman, … [Read more...] about Wonder Woman or Wonder, Woman?
Renew at Chinese New Year
Maybelle Crabtree here. Gong hei fat choy! That is Cantonese for “wishing you happiness and prosperity.” Yes, it’s that time of the year again: Chinese New Year. It’s also that time of the year when I share my One Word for the year 2022. If you are new to my blog, or would just like a review, click here to read my 2020 post about what One Word is all about. You can also click … [Read more...] about Renew at Chinese New Year
Make a Joyful Noise this Christmas Season
Maybelle Crabtree here. “Christmas time is here, Happiness and cheer, Fun for all that children call, Their favorite time of year.” That is the opening verse of the Christmas song (Christmas Time is Here) made famous in A Charlie Brown Christmas. Yes, it’s that time of the year to make a joyful noise unto the Lord as we celebrate His birth by singing Christmas carols. Now what … [Read more...] about Make a Joyful Noise this Christmas Season
I Don’t Know Where I Belong
“I don’t know where I belong anymore,” my neighbor, Lainie, said to me last year after her husband, Brian, left her. She stood by the front window in her living room looking out at the street where the kids including her seven-year-old daughter, Mackenzie, rode their bikes. At first, I didn’t know how to reply. I just sat there on her couch trying to find words of comfort to … [Read more...] about I Don’t Know Where I Belong