THE ORANGE by Wendy Cope At lunchtime I bought a huge orange— The size of it made us all laugh. I peeled it and shared it with Robert and Dave— They got quarters and I had a half. And that… Read more
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come to the pond
“. . . What I want to say is that the past is the past, and the present is what your life is, and you are capable of choosing what that will be, darling citizen. So come to the pond,… Read more
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Thanksgiving
A time of remembrance and gratitude, Thanksgiving holds a wealth of traditions, prominent among them gathering with family and friends, feasting, and giving thanks for all that we have. This Thanksgiving weekend has me again reflecting upon my dear mother… Read more
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The world doesn’t hold it’s breath for us
“If you go down to the woods today you’ll hear birdsong and feel that the world is holding its breath, just waiting for the sunshine.” — Laura Pashby wrote that. Isn’t that a beautiful sentiment? I sure thought so. Do… Read more
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all lined up in a row
“Today we will live in the moment unless it’s unpleasant, in which case, me will eat a cookie.” — Cookie Monster Living in the moment. No regrets, only embracing the moment and all that we have to be grateful for…. Read more
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wishing you …
As this year fades to an end allowing the New to bloom and blossom, I thank each and every one of you for your visits here, my online living room. Most of all I’ve appreciated when you take time to leave… Read more
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gratitude and observances
I love morning light, stormy skies, damp fog, wandering shadows, the scent of forests and rain, the rhythms of the sea, squishy yarn, simple things in life, time shared with friends, the dog on my feet, handmade gifts, and spending time with… Read more
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Happy Thanksgiving
Today is the Canadian Thanksgiving. Wishing all my friends, family and you a Thanksgiving full of warmth and love in the spirit of gratitude and thanksgiving for what we all have. Thanksgiving is a time for thinking about and giving… Read more