Happy New Year! I sincerely hope this finds you well. And it certainly has been some time since I posted. I hadn’t even realized how long it has been. I suppose that there can sum up my 2022. It was a hectic year with many changes. Although I did not travel in the way I... Continue Reading →
Saying Good-bye
I always thought that I would have the big ugly cry when one of my parents passed. In actuality it was some tears especially the first week of my dad's passing. Mostly its been bouts of sadness. Not depression. Sadness. Some days things feel surreal, like he really is not gone. Other days are like... Continue Reading →
A Chance To Be Brave
The plan had been for me to blog about my travels and experiences from my trip to SE Asia this winter. I had hoped to spend time elaborating on my stories and adding some fun photos. I did make one entry after my trip here, and of course my Sunday Specials. I had wanted to... Continue Reading →
Welcome 2017
January 1st. The first day of a brand new year, the passing of the old to welcome the new for another go around the sun. A universal time of celebrating it seems. This time of year often finds many people reflecting on what has come to pass and hopes for the future. Resolutions may be... Continue Reading →
My new motto
I just saw this on Facebook 5 minutes ago. I love it and it will be my new motto. I truly believe that age is just a number and that life needs to be lived. For me it's travel and quality time with family and friends. Unfortunately I don't know where the picture and quote... Continue Reading →
Behind the Scenes
It has been quiet here on the blog front, yet I have been quite busy. Along with my regular work schedule I have had an indoor yard sale, co-ordinated times for friends buying some of my items and packing up other stuff for donation and/or storage. The latter being the most space and time consuming.... Continue Reading →
#100 Days of Gratitude Challenge
Popping up on social media everywhere are gratitude challenges. I have noticed a number of my friends around the globe posting what they are grateful for in various social network outlets. I was intrigued by this as I figure that I can always be more grateful especially when things seem to run amok. I did... Continue Reading →
On Loss and Life
It has taken me quite some time to compose this particular post. I come back to it time and again, thinking I will know exactly what to say. To have my thoughts and feelings worded succinctly. Now I am not certain I can do that - I fear it will come out as some random... Continue Reading →