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Have You Ever…….. Had Trouble Picking Paint Colors?
Over the last week, my husband and I decided that we needed to paint the “den” area off of our kitchen and the kitchen itself. These two rooms flow together and when we noticed the ceiling over the patio door had some splotchy areas that turned out to be dust or accumulated dirt, it pushed…
An Unusual Post for Christmas Eve
I woke this morning, Christmas Eve of all days, thinking about death and dying. Odd, but I know the reason; two of my friends have lost their parents in the last two days. Each of their parents, it seems, were ill. But, death’s arrival has still shocked both of my friends. It always seems to…
The Pressure to Conform or Not
This morning I asked my son what day it was for week of special dress up days at the high school. I had seen that they had a theme for each day of the week this week, from the 17th through 21st celebrating the season. For example: Tuesday was Favorite Winterland Clothing Day. This meant…
Searching for New Patterns
There is no question that I like routines. I like the predictability of a schedule and knowing what is planned for the day, week, or even, year. But, with recent changes – my husband’s retirement and the completion of my graduate degree in Natural Resources this past Saturday, we are adjusting to new patterns. My…
On Being Thankful….
Today is a day we all need to pause and give thanks. In the United States, it is our Thanksgiving Holiday. At dinner, when our table is filled with some of our favorite foods, lovingly cooked and baked, I will ask each of my sons to share with the rest of us what they are…
Silent Sunday: Veterans Day
Blades of Grass and Pure White Stones as sung by the HHS Choir with Piano (CL) Accompaniment. 11-11-11. Turn Sound Up.
Halloween Costumes and Walt Disney World
Halloween has always been one of my favorite holidays. Our family has celebrated several Halloween’s when we all dressed up. When my oldest was three (it was more than twenty years ago), we went to Walt Disney World in Florida for Halloween. He was a dalmatian and I made the costume. Since he was so…
Self Care Progress
I have been on a quest to be healthier. It has been a quest for a while now and I’ve made nice progress in some areas, while not a lot of progress in others. I am happier, more content, and more comfortable in my own skin. I’ve realized what brings me joy. But, I am…
