Category Gratitude

My Reticular Activating System

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Podcasts. They’re pretty new to me. In recent years they’ve fueled me, taught me, and inspired me. I generally don’t recap here what I’ve heard, but I’m inclined to share this week a thought I heard while listening to Lewis…

I Keep Hanging On

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What a week it’s been! Hot. Smokey. Stressful work projects. Pants that became too small. Garden flowers wilted and dying. So what? I keep hanging on. In fact, I thrive regardless of the punches the circumstances are throwing at me.…

A Tribute to My Equinox

I’m happy to say that this week I paid off my Chevy Equinox. My gorgeous ivy green Equinox, Ivy. I’ve been thinking about her all week because she’s special. She’s symbolic. I traded in a Hyundai Sonata for her in…

I Like Coming Home

This week I was away at a conference where I gave the keynote welcome speech. I really enjoyed it, and I loved interacting with so many people. And now as I sit in the airport waiting to fly back home,…

Waiting for May Flowers

I was just sitting and gazing at my new back yard, appreciating the beautiful green foliage edging the house in a few key places. The fragrance given from my lilac tree lingers ever so lightly now that it already bloomed…

A New Walking Path

It was warm yesterday. Bright sun. Cool breeze. Nice walking weather. So I put on my hiking sandals and took off. It’s my first time out for a walk in my new home, the Lewis-Clark Valley. I must say, I…

I’m Moving!

I’m on the move. I’m moving. Literally. Even as you read this, I am packing the dishes and coffee cups because the movers are on their way and Ray and I will be in our new home tomorrow (Monday). We’re…

Happy Birthday to Me

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So I turned 69 and was considering what I will see in my 69th year of living.  My answer: Something significant. Something big, audacious. Yes, I will audaciously pursue a bold, full life. By the time I turn 70 I’ll…