Using my love of photography and words to share thoughts
Cheers to a new chapter. This was the first time in twenty one years we were without our children (who are now 19 & 21) to celebrate Thanksgiving. Many parents, I believe, dread this chapter. Although I missed them, I'm happy they chose … [Read more]
I LOVE SUMMER! Not because of the weather but because I have time. I have time to be me. To get things around the house and yard accomplished. Time to see friends. Time to have amazing dates with my husband. Time to play. Time to sit. Time to … [Read more]
I understand why people don't like change. It often means jumping through hoops. They are a part of life....never ending hoops. That's what I'm doing right now.....getting everything lined up, filling out forms, requesting information.....all so I … [Read more]
A couple days ago I resigned from the job I've had for ten years. It was a very difficult decision as I have enjoyed my job, for the most part, the whole time I was there. I've made lifelong friends, worked with some of the best educators ever, and … [Read more]
Life is a beautiful complex gift. At the end of that gift, comes death. You can't really have one without the other. Every living thing will die. It's simply a matter of time. What will you do with the life you have left? How can you make it … [Read more]
Finding balance and hopefulness in this torn world of ours can be challenging, no doubt about it. However, no matter how narrow the path, there is beauty to be found. I often need to remind myself by taking daily walks and looking around … [Read more]
May 2022 bring love and peace. Hopefulness and wonder. Joy and friendships. May your heart believe in the amazing adventure ahead. … [Read more]
Reflection Thinking about this year, and reflecting back, I am overwhelmed with so many different emotions. This year has brought about so many changes professionally and personally. Covid has changed life and how we live it in so many ways. … [Read more]
Bridges.....a way to get over an obstacle or a way to get two sides to meet. Sometimes it's powerful to sit quietly and contemplate about all the bridges you've managed to build or go over. I know personally, I've built bridges to move forward in … [Read more]
Hard to believe the photos depict the same flower. It reminds me of people. In my opinion, I find that open people look beautiful, free, happy whereas closed people often appear tired, lonely, scared. Which are you? Are you open to life? Are you … [Read more]
Don't forget to take the time to look around. There is beauty everywhere! … [Read more]
My uncle Sid passed away today. He was a character. He was always telling stories and had an opinion about everything. When I think of him I always think about how once, when I was 18, he made me feel better when I had my heart broke. One of my … [Read more]