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The prayers spoken at the Thanksgiving table remained with us rippling through the rest of the season, renewing our spirits.…

snowfall snow gift For several days in January during all the election hoopla, we got a reprieve from 2021’s tumultuous start. Instead of gray skies, bad news, and endless rain, there was considerable snowfall…

In the new year, remember to turn on the light. Each December for the new year, I make a list of wonderful things that I want to happen. I also make a list of…

All that noise is running in the background like a computer virus draining our energy. Clearly, hurts that we leave untreated become bigger issues. Just like a leaky roof or check engine light, ignoring…

If 2020 has taught us anything, it is to be more aware of our surroundings, to be able to shelter in place for extended periods of time, and to use good hygiene, so take…

I want to slow down sweater weather and not miss the possible moments, not wish them away or waste them on minutia. So I am writing it down, reminding us all to take notice.…

Sadly, you can live in the same house with someone and be unconnected, but connections give our relationships purpose and meaning.…

Anger is exhausting and debilitating, constantly eating away all the good things in our lives, but there is a solution.…

updated 5/5/20 "We added some hiker packs like mixes of dried vegetables, granola mixes, and dry milk. Without restaurants, we need some variety and shelf stable items too. Rice and beans keep well. We…

At work, a success culture is appreciation for a job well done and a You won't be late when you respect all the participants and your role in it. You won't do things to…