Nancy Blackmon

There are angels among us

There is a song by the group “Alabama” that I hear a lot this time of year. The lyrics say, “I believe there are angels ... Read more primitive

Struggling to make sense of it

The sound of the vacuum cleaner echoed in the almost empty room. I was at work cleaning out the nooks and crannies hidden by the ... Read more

Traditions connect generations

The chugging sound of the stand mixer filled the kitchen as I dumped in a final scoop of candied fruit, golden raisins and pecans. It ... Read more

Christmas events make memories

The tree is up with twinkling lights, bright ornaments and an angel perched on top. Lighted garland is draped across the mantle and a wreath ... Read more

World’s ending? Trucks all ‘round

It was a Facebook comment by my son-in-law that inspired this column. (The muse seems to speak through Facebook often these days). Anyway, the comment ... Read more