I’m thoroughly enjoying fall and it’s just begun…hooray! Many cool weather days, cozy nights, and seasonal ventures to look forward to! Not to mention, holidays galore! When did national days honoring just about everything under the sun begin? If you are foodie among the nationally recognized days in October are Seafood Bisque Day, Pasta Day,Continue reading “One, two, three…Click!”
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With the Banned
In just six days an important annual week-long event kicks off. I’m looking forward to taking part, as are many others. Teachers, librarians, writers, journalists, authors, booksellers, and readers of all kinds will be joining in. What started in 1982 as a response to an unexpected escalation in the number of books being challenged inContinue reading “With the Banned”
Treasures
With a bright pink strip along its sturdy spine, the rest of its cardboard shell remained a blank slate until I removed its plastic encasement, popped open my art supplies, and got busy. Soon purple, blue, orange, and pink flowers with green leaves emerged to adorn its cover. Looking at it now, the bottom right-handContinue reading “Treasures”
Fall State of Mind
While some say that it is hard to capture the essence of autumn, I beg to differ! Just the mention of these words puts me into a fall state of mind. Fresh apples, roasted chestnuts, crisp air, cool evenings, juicy cranberries, cozy bonfires, football games, colorful leaves, holiday feasts, carved pumpkins, thick sweaters, wool socks,Continue reading “Fall State of Mind”
Thoughts First
School is back in session. Today is Labor Day. And fall is a mere 15 days away! August seemed to go by in the blink of an eye. Looking back over the month, it was a hot and humid one here. That meant I spent more time inside, which meant I did a lot ofContinue reading “Thoughts First”
Rare and Magical
Returning from an early walk one Saturday morning in late May, we came upon a fox standing across the street in our cul-de-sac. Odd because it was broad daylight, the fox wasn’t running away, and it was looking straight at us. After a startled moment, we let ourselves into our backyard through our side gate.Continue reading “Rare and Magical”
A Culinary Journey
I may not be the ideal companion for this type of culinary journey. Honestly, I know myself. I am a picky eater, I like to have a choice in what I eat, and I’ve been told on more than one occasion that I eat like a bird. So, why would someone ask me to accompanyContinue reading “A Culinary Journey”
No More Ms. Know-It-All
Maybe it stems from the social etiquette I learned growing up. Manners like maintain eye contact with the person speaking to you, keep elbows off the table, hold the door open for the person behind you, be on time, and answer questions when asked, are ingrained in me. For most of my life, it’s theContinue reading “No More Ms. Know-It-All”
Beat the Heat
Lately I feel like the Wicked Witch of the West from the Wizard of Oz. Specifically her, in the scene in which she is doused with a bucket of water and exclaims, “I’m melting! Melting!” No one has thrown water on me, at least not lately, but I resonate with her sentiment. I feel likeContinue reading “Beat the Heat”
Mindful Words
I’ve been surprised to see store banners, print ads, and TV commercials are already promoting “Back to School” sales! How is it that time of year already?! We’ve just arrived at the last full month of summer. Hello August! I’ve been thoroughly enjoying this season with outdoor concerts, backyard barbeques, and sunshiny morning walks. IContinue reading “Mindful Words”
