“Ahh” paradise is mine this morning , as I sit back on a soft cushion, feet propped and filling my lungs with a welcomed cool breeze. The tweets are happy, flitting around searching for that special tasty crunchy bug. The sky is…
Author: Julie Mahan
I am a Midwest girl in a Southern world, notice the funny accent. Patio dweller, police/military wife, mother, grandma and daughter of the King. Using my gift of story telling and light-hearted humor to inspire women through their hurts, habits and hang-ups.
“Shhhh Be Quiet Please”
The umbrella is up, the heat is on and here I am on the patio. As I sit with eyes closed my ears pick up the sweet chipper tunes coming from our backyard tweets. Their melody is music to my ears.…
Wicked Man
Oops! I got to the patio a little late this morning, due to the cuddly covers on my bed and soft cushioning pillow under my head. I hit the hay with hip pain last night and couldn’t get comfortable. Seconds…
Raising Cain
Soaking in the morning sun I stretch my legs out to catch all the rays I can. I tip the red umbrella slightly to keep those magnificant rays from my eyes. The heat feels good, however this morning the humidity is still at bay. The…
Freedom For All People
Positioning the truck with ease into the perfect spot to view the fireworks tonight was a first for me. As I climbed through the window I rested my elbows on the roof. This was also a first for perfect weather…
Summer Love (Sizzle Fizzle)
Reclining on the patio watching the sun melt into the evening sky. Breathing is slightly easier this evening due to a breeze moving the humidity around. I’m just taking a break from the full day of activities. Kicking back enjoying…
If I Only Had A Brain
After a day of rain and thunder, driving home tonight to fluffy clouds and a clear sky was pleasurable. Traveling music tonight was a tune in my head from the Wizard of Oz and one that I hum to myself…
Fatherless Child
Today is Father’s Day. No patio sitting this morning. I woke to the sound of mowing. I’m blessed to have a good neighbor who also is my lawn guy, he does an awesome job!! I also didn’t wake until Noon.…