The moment she handed me the envelope, I could barely contain the excitement. The anticipation of opening the envelope, having to wait until after I was out of the store, made me feel giddy. That’s how excited I feel every… Read more
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home grown, locally grown
“It’s difficult to think anything but pleasant thoughts while eating a homegrown tomato.” said Lewis Grizzard and me. I made it! Remember the tomato tart I mentioned a couple weeks ago, promising I’d try it. It was worth the little… Read more
A Story
hollyhocks and memories
I am so glad I still keep a blog / website / or whatever the heck you prefer to call my little space here on the Internet. Do I have a heartwarming story for you today. I wrote a post… Read more
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Website makeover
Every day the clock resets. Each day begins with a clean slate. So yes, significant changes to the face of my little spot here on the Internet. I hope it doesn’t create any visual or navigational issues for anyone. If… Read more
A Story, General
a story or two
I love when people leave their own little story or anecdote in the comments of my little online space here on the Internet. As Kate Morton wrote in The Clockmaker’s Daughter, “Stories have to be told or else they die.”… Read more
A Story, General
sunset paddle or how to drown a camera
I’m as excited as a puppy to be going on a sunset (kayak) paddle this evening on the Salish Sea. When my son and granddaughters were visiting last week (what joy!) I had planned on taking them on a sunset… Read more
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nostalgic for … pudding
Candy Palmater said she was craving a bologna sandwich. That tumbled me back decades. It’s something I used to love and haven’t had in years. But my habit of no longer eating processed food would likely be the main culprit… Read more
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observed this summer
I think I live in a magical place. Sure, I’m close to the Salish Sea and live in a lovely home with lovely neighbours, but there’s much more. I’ve shared with you before about some of the heartwarming observations, often… Read more
