When a New Season Needs a New Purse

Yesterday I put away winter. I washed all the coats, snow pants and mittens; scrubbed off mud from boots; sorted through what stays and what goes away.  As I emptied the mud room, opened up the windows and let the light shine through I was reminded of how much work winter is and how much I really … Continue reading →

Sing and Make the World Happy

I am working on kicking my bazooka in gear and getting back into writing more consistently.  I have used up the excuse of moving and setting up house. The Christmas wreath making season is over and so is Easter.  Now it’s time to get back at it.  I am joining the friends over at Kate’s place for … Continue reading →

When Venturing Out Seems Daunting

Have you ever had those moments when the fear of taking a new path stops you in your tracks? I have. I’ve missed out because that fear of failing keeps me from trying. I find myself stuck in the same routine because I didn’t take a chance and step off the familiar path of what I already know. Last … Continue reading →

When You Are Tired and In Need of Rest

After a long, exhausting day, I lit a candle and settled into the quiet of the evening. Sleep was far from my eyes and the weariness of the day weighed heavy on my mind. There were too many things pulling for attention… too many needs for one soul to meet or carry alone… too much … Continue reading →

Enjoying this February Heat Wave

I am loving this weather and all that comes with it…even the mud! Yesterday the high was sitting at 66 degrees and today it hit 69. It doesn’t get that warm this time of year in my part of the world. Matt just came in and asked if he could fill up his snow sled with water and … Continue reading →

Cleaning Up the Mess that Is Me

I wiped down the counter, stove and sink.  I put the dishes away and prepared coffee for the morning.  With a flip of the switch I turned off the lights and looked back on my kitchen… clean and ready for the morning. If only I could clean up life’s messes as easily as my kitchen … Continue reading →