Author Archives: Gayle DeSalles

When my friend invited me to visit a while with her before her other guests arrived, I lept at the chance. Due to our schedules, our times of fellowship alone were infrequent. Hence my surprise when I arrived and her … Continue reading →

With Easter only a few days away, I fondly recall one Easter years ago that I spent with my dear friends, Jan and Rick and their two young sons, David and Matthew.  While I distracted the boys, the parents strategically … Continue reading →

Two little boys sit side by side, legs dangling over the edge of their chairs. Timmy, five years old, and Jason, eight, stare at the floor, sheepishly waiting their chastening. They’re good boys but this night, they’ve misbehaved all evening, failing to … Continue reading →

My little buddy, Lindsey, had come to spend the afternoon with me for the first time.  A precocious child of four–curious and energetic–she began fiddling with the knobs on my stereo equipment. I quickly realized I needed to establish some guidelines. … Continue reading →

Good Monday Morning! A few days ago I received a “special offer” from a local restaurant. At least I think it’s local. Nowhere written on this slick, beautifully designed trifold brochure had they included their location! Clearly they had put … Continue reading →