When you know it’s time to hang up the boxing gloves.

A blustery spring wind blew outside my window. Waking me before the sound of my alarm. Just before sunrise. Some cream in my coffee and I readied for the day. Looking for warmth I reached for my thick, knitted scarf. The one with the knobby, textured baubles. The one that's perfect for keeping out the... Continue Reading →

Less than zero ~ climbing up out of the muck.

Visual harmony. I drink it in on my early morning walks. The pleasing balance in nature. Against the canvas of sunrise, trees tower above. Barren branches effortlessly outstretched into the expanse of sky. Reaching out for spring. Subtly they sway in the blustery winds of almost-March. Roots below hold steadfast and strong. Patiently awaiting the thawing... Continue Reading →

When the winds of circumstance try to blow us off course.

The park was quiet. Frigid air had begun to overtake the northern states. And the forecast was grim. I decided to get a walk in before the impending storm. Temperatures would be plummeting and I knew I wouldn't be venturing out for a few days. I had donned my hiking boots and woolen winter hat.... Continue Reading →

Change your words. Change your life.

Sitting upstairs, the rain falls steady on the roof. I love that sound. It's one of my favorite things to hear. Early the other morning, I awoke slowly to thunder rumbling low in the distance. I snuggled deep under the covers, my cats warm at the foot of my bed. Quietly purring. The raindrops rhythmic... Continue Reading →

A beckoning of growth…

It's been a late spring, here. We had a great deal of rain at the front end of the season. Now, summer's sultry days are slowly creeping in. Just last evening, another rain storm.  It has left the morning sky clear and the air heavy.  The garden is flourishing! I can't remember the last time... Continue Reading →

Finding a gift in the most unlikely of places ~ When silence screams louder than words.

Just last weekend, my Sweet Louise and I got dressed up and headed downtown. We had two tickets for the beautiful, historic theatre. There's something special about seeing the marquee glowing. The night air was brisk as smiling patrons bustled into the ticket line. Excitedly anticipating the experience that lie ahead. We were spending the... Continue Reading →

What if we’ve been subscribing to the wrong ‘resolution’ all along?

It had been several months since we'd gotten together. Life had been hectic for both of us, but we finally set a date for coffee. A dear, long-time friend. It was a chilly January day, and a wrapping my hands around a warm cup of cocoa sounded really nice. Add some inviting, it's-so-good-to-see-you-again, conversation and... Continue Reading →

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