The sidebars of life are calling our names at every turn. They do not require a lot of effort and often promote camouflaged victories that are easily obtained. What exactly are the sidebars of life? They are basically moments where “hard” is traded for “easy” and comfort for discomfort. It is a period where the “roads less taken” remain the “roads less taken.”

There she was–my beautiful granddaughter Hensley. “Nana, I want to go to the playground,” she stated. “Okay,” I replied. On this particular day, I was staying at a cabin surrounded by a beautiful lake. Frequently visited by family, the area afforded breathtaking scenery. Close to my cabin was the perfect place for kids to play. So, there we were–Nana and granddaughter.