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”
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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”
Twice in a Lifetime
I still have the poster from the event. A rare, if not once in a lifetime concert was held in my hometown of Pittsfield, Massachusetts, at a baseball park no less. Frankly, I was surprised when I heard about it. It’s not like these big-time musicians, legends really, were doing a gig at say theContinue reading “Twice in a Lifetime”
Spring Things
From my journal: March 19, 1993, Rolling Hills Estates, California “Spring rain…love it, so cleansing. Cool & fresh. Makes the world look like a watercolor painting…the renewing season!” Well into spring now, summer is almost knocking at our door. Whenever I see what’s on horizon, I take note to experience all I can before the nextContinue reading “Spring Things”
…And Who You Share Your Time With
For the last leg of our South Africa trip, we boarded the Southern African Airlink at the Kruger Mpumalanaga Airport and arrived at the Cape Town International Airport about three hours later. Renting a car, we bumped along the N2 and 20 minutes later the Victoria & Alfred Waterfront came into view. Against the backdropContinue reading “…And Who You Share Your Time With”
Four A’s of Gratitude
Known for its bounty of beautiful blossoms, the season for planting seeds and watching them grow, and that special day for honoring one of the most important people in our lives, May is here! Named after the Greek Goddess Maia, this celestial being is associated with nature, gardening, and motherhood, all wonderful things to celebrateContinue reading “Four A’s of Gratitude”
…It’s What You Experience…
From my journal: May 28, 2008, Timbavati, South Africa “30-minute flight on Chilli Peppers Charter to Djuma Game Reserve, short drive to Vuyatela Lodge…beautiful place…at our welcome lunch met Timothy & Linda from Kansas, Julie & James honeymooners from the UK, Sebastian & Estelle, both young doctors from France, & Raphael & his mom, EstherContinue reading “…It’s What You Experience…”
It’s Not Just Where You Go…
Anxiously waiting to get a shot at my SoCal doctor’s office years ago, I remember perking up when I saw Joan, the medical assistant, showing a co-worker an album filled with photos and hearing her describing a trip she had just taken. Wanting to focus on anything but why I was there, I began eavesdropping.Continue reading “It’s Not Just Where You Go…”
Not Set in Stone
Eighteen years ago, in January of 2007, Robert relocated to the U.K. I, however, remained in California. I was a tenured 5th grade teacher working at our neighborhood elementary school. While I planned on joining Robert that summer, that’s not what happened. After our winter session resumed, I was talking to my principal, Martha, whenContinue reading “Not Set in Stone”
A Journal Journey 