• Cricket's Thoughts

    I Am Not A Computer Geek

    I absolutely, positively, without a doubt, do not see myself as a computer geek. My daughter, and others seem to see it differently. Apparently, as an answer to a hypothetical question, most…

  • Cricket's Thoughts

    Halloween Antics and Stuff

    It did not start out looking like the best possible day for Halloween around here. The forecast called for thunderstorms. Boy were they ever right! The kids are never daunted by anything…

  • Cricket's Thoughts

    Dear Mr. Jesus

    From the very first time I heard it a few years ago, this song has always brought me to tears instantly. With the video added to it though, it completely tears my…

  • Very Short Stories

    This Strange Old Man

    Every community has one. Ours does. He is the community stranger. Ours is an old man, a strange old man. His old suit is well mended and clean, but he seems a…

  • Life After Forty

    Still Stands Tall and Proud

    We have many trees where we live, but this one is special. Something about it brings me comfort and peace. Standing at the corner of our property, it has welcomed me home…