Author Archives: Becky Dingle

Dear Reader: The more we hear of inexplicable acts of terrorism the more we wonder what possibly could have happened (in many cases in a perpetrator’s young life) to make someone succumb to such senseless acts violence. We keep seeing … Continue reading →

Dear Reader: What is it about all the Ya’s being together that makes everyone sleep so wonderfully? Definitely, I believe, a sense of security but it is even more than that..it is a lifetime of memories that lull everyone to … Continue reading →

Dear Reader: Every time I still read a one-liner or a funny anecdote from the wonderful humorist Erma Bombeck, I find myself either sneaking a grin or just right out howling in laughter. I thought today would be a great … Continue reading →

Dear Reader: This story reminded me of Mollie and Eloise returning home last Sunday after their adventures together that required some last minute re-scheduling and unforeseen flight delays (on the flight to Phoenix)  synonymous with air travel these days. The … Continue reading →

Dear Reader: Last Saturday when Tommy and I were watching Rutledge and Lachlan in the park near their house…Rutledge was swinging high enough to jump on a cloud…at least that was what he wished for he told Tommy and me. … Continue reading →

Dear Reader: I love the thought behind this little story so I selected it for you today. You are Wonderful The following true story captured my heart. It happened several years ago in the Paris opera house. A famous singer … Continue reading →

Dear Reader: Well, the time has finally come! The week of the Ya Ya Mid-Winter Retreat has  arrived! (Only this time it is either the week of the Ya Ya End of the Winter Retreat or Early Early Spring Retreat.) … Continue reading →

Dear Reader: Friday night I watched the AARP (PBS) Great Performances Annual Awards. (It was the first time this feature film achievement award show has been televised.) The wonderful actress, Helen Mirren, was being honored with a lifetime achievement award. … Continue reading →

Dear Reader: In one of the daily devotionals I like to read occasionally the story of the heartfelt meeting between the risen Christ and Mary Magdalene in the garden appeared. It always touches me. If you remember the story, Mary … Continue reading →

Dear Reader: Wednesday’s blog ended with this photo I took while waiting in traffic at Five Points…I just thought the fading sunlight was so pretty on the path and green foliage…everything was lighting up under the last sunbeams of the … Continue reading →