Paris Here We Come It’s been decades in the making and two years in the planning. I received a very light box wrapped in Christmas paper on December 25, 2019. It was a paper voucher from my husband for a trip to Paris. I had been dreaming of this trip since college days at BowlingContinue reading “We’re finally taking a trip of a lifetime!”
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Naked Eye Astronomy 101
We were in Arizona and there are so many mountains and I couldn’t wait for the first beautiful sunset. We arrived at a park near Flagstaff about 10 minutes before sunset. Plenty of time right? Wrong. With the trees on the left and mountains on the right, you could see the sun setting and reflectingContinue reading “Naked Eye Astronomy 101”
Back to (knitting) Basics
As a past owner of a knitting store, I found that part of what brings women and men together is the sharing of the accomplishments and final projects as well as figuring out patterns and correcting mistakes. One of the things I love about knitting, especially now as my days are a bit more leisurely,Continue reading “Back to (knitting) Basics”
Living our lives for others
I wish people could think a little more outwardly. We have become a people of instant gratification, wearing blinders to others so that we can move forward in our own world. Yes, there are some who give generously but we are seeing a nation that is blatantly showing a disregard for others. In Ohio, ourContinue reading “Living our lives for others”
Earth Day- Pandemic Style
This pandemic Earth Day has brought some good news to the world and I am proud to say I did my part. News reports are highlighting that the change in our collective behaviour to stay home, has made our air cleaner, many cities having seen the fog lifted to enjoy beautiful vistas not visible forContinue reading “Earth Day- Pandemic Style”
Corona Conundrum
Today, like many days, I am on a roller coaster with my brain waves going on a wild ride. There is talk about opening up business Yay! But wait! That could mean a spike in coronavirus cases. Noooo! What to think, what to do. Some days I enjoy the intimacy of being at home, hangingContinue reading “Corona Conundrum”
Don’t Just Do something, Sit There
Last week I talked about thing that you can do, Today I am reflecting on ways to soothe your soul. As the world and U.S. news continues to be a source of stress as we all abide by the stay at home order, it might just be time to unplug for a bit and reflect.Continue reading “Don’t Just Do something, Sit There”
Don’t Just Sit There, Do Something
Whew. Even though I am working less, there are plenty of oppportunities to do more. And I have an abundance of things to do, to keep you busy, take your mind off the pandemic and improve your physical and emotional well being. How have you been taking care of yourself? Experts in the psychology fieldContinue reading “Don’t Just Sit There, Do Something”
Happy Hour – – #ApartTogether
When there is a national crisis, the first thing many of us do is reach out to our families. We want to hold them tight. After 911 I rushed to see that my kids were ok and to hold them and protect them. But today we are being told to shelter in place and forContinue reading “Happy Hour – – #ApartTogether”
Our First Grocery excursion
So now we are staying home and I feel very fortunate to have Mark by my side. We met late in life and have only been married less than two years. And we each have had full lives so we will see how this work at home thing is going to go. So far soContinue reading “Our First Grocery excursion”
Shine Bright Where You Are 