Today, I listened to a TED Talk by Gabriela Pereira entitled “Creativity is a Craft, and It Belongs to Everyone.” Pereira, founder of DIYMFA.com, an online source for writers, artists and other creatives to find inspiration and empowerment, states that “Creativity is not a talent you’re born with or an exclusive club you have to join. Its not about having… Read More
We’re Doing Swimmingly
I love the water. I love sitting beside it. If it’s the sea, I love watching the tide rush in and out. If a river, the current pushing against the grasses below. Water cascades, undulates, swirls and pools. It creates caves and arches, eddies and streams. It constantly changes, catching light and creating mirrors and rainbows. Even better than sitting… Read More
I Am and You Are
Next month marks two years since I retired. The time flew by with travel including the Big Dogs Road Trip and other excursions, nose work trialing and training, many quilts sewn, over one hundred books read, the acquisition of a swim spa, and creation of a huge garden. At the top of my accomplishments is helping to take care of… Read More
Where Did The Day Go?
As an author, I have spoken to many book clubs. I love being around people who love reading. I love talking about stories, characters, and plots. I always wanted to join a book club, but pandemic book clubs are different from the ones I visited. They are held virtually so you have to supply your own refreshments and come away… Read More
Seeking Balance
Today, to surprise my husband with his favorite dessert, I made a sour cream pound cake from my grandmother’s recipe. A. As in one. One pan. That is unusual for me. I always figure if I am going to the trouble of making a pound cake, I should make several. In fact, the recipe is marked with the measurements to… Read More
New Year, Same Me
January 2, 2021. (Why do I hear William Shatner’s voice when I write that date?) Two months ago, today, we arrived home after seven months and three days on the road. I ended the vacation of my dreams and officially entered retirement (I keep referring to it as graduation for some odd reason). In those two months, I have learned… Read More
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