cambridge court – For the Love of Lorna

Lorna’s Decorative Style—Accents

Posted on May 11, 2020 | by Jay

There’s that feeling again. Something has changed—but what? A moment is all it took. Lorna and I have been relaxing on our deck, enjoying the fresh air on a mild day. (Spending time out there is actually a fairly rare event. This is perhaps a little surprising given that it (more…)

Lorna’s Decorative Style—Beads

Posted on February 29, 2020 | by Jay | 1 Comment

This game—the one I call What’s Different?—is one she plays often. “Hi, House!” Lorna’s voice rings out with a singsong, happy tone. She slips off her shoes and begins climbing the stairs of our townhouse. From the small entryway below I slide my bags inside the front door and then (more…)

Cobra the Snake

Posted on September 23, 2019 | by Jay

She continues to arch her claws and slowly circle me, that “evil”—yet sweet—expression still showing on her face. Scrolling through an article on the computer screen in front of me, I scan another paragraph. Before me on the computer desk lies a printed outline for a discourse, the next public (more…)

Reaching the Pinnacle—Part 1

Posted on June 10, 2016 | by Jay | 2 Comments

[This historical timeline of Lorna’s life is continued from Coming Home—Part 2. The entire series begins in Childhood.] I am stunned. I knew she would be happy to hear this news but I had no idea the effect it would have on her. Wednesday, September 29, 2004 7:49 p.m. Preparation Complete. After seven (more…)

Coming Home—Part 2

Posted on May 30, 2016 | by Jay

In our new living room at Cambridge Heights. [This historical timeline of Lorna’s life is continued from Coming Home—Part 1. The entire series begins in Childhood.] For only the second time in our entire married life we will leave one home behind and move to another. Thursday, February 26, 2004 Moving Day This (more…)

Coming Home—Part 1

Posted on May 26, 2016 | by Jay | 1 Comment

[This historical timeline of Lorna’s life is continued from Living Vigorously. The entire series begins in Childhood.] This…seems to have forced our hand—we must either buy this house or start looking for a new one. Friday, November 14, 2003 Change of Circumstance “Goodbye, Dennis,” Lorna says, waving her hand. Dennis, dressed in a (more…)

The Cambridge Court Concept

Posted on May 15, 2016 | by Jay | 2 Comments

Her creative mind and decorative talents have not yet been brought to bear. At the moment they lack a sense of direction. They need a concept. Monday, February 23, 2004 Inspiration Lorna, arms folded across her chest, is standing silently. Her head is raised slightly and is slowly turning left (more…)

Lorna’s Music—Part 12

Posted on December 27, 2015 | by Jay

[This post is part of a series which examines some of Lorna’s favorite songs and what they mean to her and to us. You can find all of these posts by viewing the Music Category.] This album is just what Lorna loves. It has solid R&B grooves and songs with meaning. (more…)