Just living
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This First Day in December
Here we are, the first day in December. I always love this day because it sort of gives us permission. Permission to go inside and get cozy. To make and drink the best cups of coffee. Oh and of course… Continue reading
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Robin Hood Boy
A year ago my little family and I made our first trip to Maine. My young son who has had a fascination with bows and arrows for the last three years couldn't help being in awe as we were visiting… Continue reading
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A Bright Light Remembered
In the past I've mentioned a woman who has inspired me to think about how each and every one of us can contribute. About a year and a half ago I planted 75 trees, 15 trees for each of my… Continue reading
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These Summer Days
Walk in the rain, Smell flowers, stop along the way, build sandcastles, go on field trips, find out how things work, tell stories, say the magic words, trust the universe. -Bruce Williamson These words… Continue reading
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Weekending
This weekend gave the gift of getting away. Before leaving however, I noticed a new fairy family moved into the neighborhood. I wonder who they could be? A very rare and special occasion lend-ed itself to my best Swedish buddy… Continue reading
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Right Now I Am and KAL
Right now I am enjoying the thrill of power washing. I love watching the dirt roll away and the pristine beauty it leaves behind. Everything has been washed from driveways, to the house, patio and pool deck. I just can't… Continue reading
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Carpe Diem or Seize the Day
After a very long night of sitting three hours on a tarmac at Laguardia airport in NYC and then the flight finally being cancelled. After the desk agent at Delta refused to help anyone because all flights were booked for… Continue reading
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A Day With Imene and KAL
My time in NYC last week was fantastic. I saw three Broadway shows, ate till my hearts content, walked in central park, was surrounded by more books than one could imagine, and I got to meet a very special friend.… Continue reading
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The Jumpeeezzzzzzz
Throughout her life she's bounced on the sofas, chairs, beds, trampolenes, porches, diving boards, bottom of the sea, in grocery stores, (especially the frozen food aisle), skis, and anything else that looks bounceable. Our dock was no different. Waiting for… Continue reading
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Family Day at the Lake
It had been too long since we had been together. All of us in the same room that is. While our Mimi was away at school we had connected via facebook, email, skype, and cell phones. We had gone to… Continue reading
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