by suelarkinsweems | Feb 13, 2012 | On Military Life
Why did I find myself sorting summer clothes this weekend with snow on the ground? The Weather Channel website seems to understand the problem. Where I’ve been, where I am, and where I’m headed, Lord willing.
by suelarkinsweems | Feb 10, 2012 | The Poetry
Consider the lilies, He says Clothed gloriously in nudity What will I wear when I’m naked? When I strip away my fashion and toys Will I find my treasure is gone? Solomon had not the wealth, He says, Too many robes, women, cares What do I have with my wealth?...
by suelarkinsweems | Feb 8, 2012 | Mumblings and Misadventures
Some people are born to work with preschoolers. I am not one of those people. My baby turned five in January. He’ll be in kindergarten this fall. I am fighting fewer fits and accidents, he can dress himself, and we’re leaving a realm we have been in for over ten...
by suelarkinsweems | Feb 6, 2012 | On Military Life
An F250 truck weighs about 4,250 pounds. A full grown adult giraffe can weigh up to 4,250 pounds. It’s also the weight of the household goods that we will be allowed to take to Japan. Everything else will go into non-temporary storage while we PCS. Key: Household...
by suelarkinsweems | Feb 3, 2012 | The Poetry
Saw two oceans from the air today It’s the worst kind of extravagance in me To make such marvels commonplace As if the sight of one ocean Couldn’t fill my eyes ten lifetimes over Who am I to fly over, ignoring it If only I had eyes to see through her To know the...
