"The life which is unexamined is not worth living." - Plato

"I tend to live in the past because most of my life is there." - Herb Caen

Harry Brabec
(1927-2005)

The Last of a Dying Breed — A Wife's Loving Tribute

Slices of My Life

In the Archives

Barbara's Cruise to Alaska on the Norwegian Star. Enjoy this multi-page photo gallery of her scenery and wildlife photos, which include the Mendenhall and Sawyer glaciers; land excursions to see eagles, totems, and whales (with a short video of "running with the whales"); outstanding sculpture by Alaskan artists; and the best Salmon Spread recipe you're likely to find.

Barbara's Series of Articles for Widows and Others Who Have Lost, Or May Soon Lose, Someone They Love

Memories in My Recipe Box - To many, the exchange of recipes among women would seem a trivial thing—it's just something women do and have always done. But it is so much more than that because every recipe is connected to someone we remember.

Memories of Peonies and My High-School Graduation - Every year, the new crop of peonies in my back yard brings back nostalgic memories of my home town.

Life is Like a Baseball Game - A poem by Barbara written for her father's 76th birthday.

The Christmas Place - In the lyrics of a song written for her mother, Barbara remembers Christmas as a child in Buckley, Illinois in the 1950s.

Christmas Card for Website Visitors - Barbara's cat, Charlee, adds to her annual Christmas joy.

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