Looking forward requires a measured approach One that considers distance already travelled To help you navigate next steps Taking gains and losses into consideration As you see the path ahead Celebrating your journey in marked time —
I was recently gifted a bonsai. Nature miniaturized: potted, shaped and pruned. Its purpose to bring Zen-like bliss;
We’re saving – my husband and me. Next stage of renos – this January. Walls that look like walls – painted! Trim, crown moulding (maybe) – can’t wait! Built-ins around a finished entertainment area; Miscellaneous cables, DVDs, game controllers – stored! But oh, the pièce de résistance… A fireplace! (current one ripped out). So ya, … Continued
I can say without a doubt There is nothing better than chocolate. Unless it’s something covered in chocolate Like strawberries, shortbread cookies or raisons. I’m not saying it’s the healthiest… Nope. But c’mon…you must admit Chocolate is simply velvety, rich heaven. — Are you a fan of chocolate? I know some crazy people aren’t. … Continued
The night falls into unnatural silence Familiar sounds abruptly muted – and then… The creaking of an old house, Shifting its weight in the night A dog barking ferociously – at nothing
Writing is an art of course Skilled or unskilled (self-) expression “penned” But art is subjective, personal, emotive Placing yourself there, before potential criticism Takes bravery, a fierceness of will To conquer doubts that fester, like…. Who will like it? Tense hope. Who will respond? Waiting…waiting…ping! Someone has broken silence – the gap – Between “Publish” and “Please … Continued
Inner demons are vicious buggers, yes. Picking away at your insecurities, gleefully. Making minor incidences major, so silly. Spoiling the riches of self-worth, pity. Sometimes gradual, not immediately noticed. Or, In a blink, confidence drops; flustered. Stomach lurches, thoughts scramble for safety. Until deep breath, decision steeled; locked. I call peace. Enough. I’m busy. — … Continued
I heart shoes and handbags. Honestly, What gal doesn’t? But my wallet… Well, she holds a different view, Stout penny-pincher that she is. Choose one, the other, or none. My common sense agrees, oh but… My heart asks…why not both? — I don’t know what it is about the changing of seasons but I always … Continued
There are a lot of things I wanted to do this Fall But I’ve had to prioritize because There is no pace set faster Than life with a toddler, and… Truth: You can’t do it all. — This post is a sad tribute (lament?) about the straight-to-the-heart fact that I can’t attend the ShesConnected Conference … Continued
how the past and the present connect is an interesting landscape, divided not by time or memory, but by action and experience. framed, frozen or kept perpetually in motion. painting a canvas of thoughts, feelings. morphed into a kaleidoscope world where you make choices to relive or live! a process of being – of seeing. if you are … Continued