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Write Away!

The bookend to June is here. Yes, the last month of summer has arrived. Greetings August! The goldenrods and salvia are in bloom. Tomatoes, zukes, and peppers are ready for harvest. The last chance for summer getaways is upon us. This month is also filled with many quirky holidays. National Water Balloon Day, Sandcastle Day,Continue reading “Write Away!”

Summer Reading

Last June I posted “Not Just for Kids” a piece about the joys of summer reading. And as the title suggests, it was a nod to adults to take part in this warm weather activity as well. Teachers often encourage their students to keep up and hone their reading skills over the summer, why shouldn’tContinue reading “Summer Reading”

Signs of the Time

I was reminded of a popular 70’s song by a Canadian rock group called the Five Man Electric Band last month while attending a local No Kings rally. If you’re a Baby Boomer you may recall the tune lead singer Les Emmerson penned while traveling Route 66 on a trek from Canada to Los Angeles.Continue reading “Signs of the Time”

How Do You Like Them?

While their time to shine is usually two months away, ours have been starring in many dishes at home as of late. Adding crunch, sweetness, and a slightly tart flair to salads, baked goods, and smoothies, this round yellow rose blushed fruit with its crisp flesh has been plentiful this past month. Botanically classified asContinue reading “How Do You Like Them?”

Up Against the Wall

Here in the states, we just celebrated the Fourth of July, the holiday that marks the adoption of our Declaration of Independence established in 1776. Parades, street fairs, backyard BBQs, and picnics are just a few fun events people participated in, followed by firework displays that showered the dark evening skies amazing spectators of allContinue reading “Up Against the Wall”

Whee!

E is for…excited, exhilarated, and elated! I am feeling all three lately because of another e. And that e is for…e-bikes! Although Robert accepted that we’ve been at a crossroad for a while, I’ve been reluctant to admit it. But in reality, we haven’t hit the trails on our Pivots since the pandemic ended. AndContinue reading “Whee!”

Oh Joy!

I find it hard to part with anything beloved. It might be a pair of shoes like my taupe Anne Klein Fabulist Pointed Toe Pumps that I bought to wear to a wedding ten years ago, the ones I was sure I’d strut around in attending other events, but no. They only saw the lightContinue reading “Oh Joy!”

Brighter Days

So much happened this past weekend. Some news was pleasantly uplifting like people coming together to express themselves at peaceful protests, and honoring dads in fun ways on Father’s Day. But some news was deeply upsetting like the traded air strikes between Israel and Iran, and the shootings of two Minnesota lawmakers and their spouses.Continue reading “Brighter Days”

A No-Brainer

Sixty percent of it is made of fat and the other 40% consists of water, salts, carbohydrates, and proteins. One of the most complex organs in our body, it looks similar to a walnut of all things! And although it weighs only three pounds, make no mistake, it is a powerhouse! Its job encompasses manyContinue reading “A No-Brainer”

Take Five

Walking one chilly morning last week, I saw low clouds hugging the surrounding mountains shrouding them in gray. Fragrant blooming flowers and the smell of freshly cut grass greeted us as we strolled through neighborhoods. And when we passed by our local elementary school, we heard kids laughing and shrieking. It made me smile. AllContinue reading “Take Five”