It took me till noon to realize what was happening. I was on my fifth or sixth phone call, twenty-fifth text message, and my tenth email; between that, there was some pinteresting and googling. When I took a break because my little dog asked me to take her for a walk, I realized it was … Continue reading Busy morning, busy day.
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Snow Vocabulary
A few weeks ago, my oldest grandson Weston was visiting. The weather report threatened snow and boy was he excited. We waited and waited, but so did the snow. It was cold and every now and then we would see snowflakes, flurries, and light snow, not enough to stick. A few days later we put … Continue reading Snow Vocabulary
Reading “Flamer”
There has been so much discussion and controversy around the book "Flamer," by Mark Curato that when it became available at the Public Library I checked it out. Let me backtrack and give you a little info about the author. During my tenure as a school librarian I had the pleasure to meet him. Not … Continue reading Reading “Flamer”
Daily Goals: Finding Joy
I journal every day. As part of journaling I write an affirmation, a gratitude and a goal. I have to work really hard to make sure my goal doesn't morph into a "to do" list - It should be more of a life goal. Some examples have included:Be productive. Be people centered. Be creative. And the one today? To find Joy … Continue reading Daily Goals: Finding Joy
Perfect Storm
Photo by Pixabay on Pexels.com This fall I had an existential crisis. Or at least that is what I called it. There was perfect storm of sorts.... I was still grieving the loss of my father, I was sick, the holidays were approaching and I watched the absolutely wrong Tiktok. The loss of my father hit me … Continue reading Perfect Storm
Wax On/Wax Off
About the time I turned 60 my eyebrows turned gray and disappeared. And weirdly, at the same time they got extra shaggy and random hairs would show up on my eyelids or temple. It was time.... I went out and bought an eyebrow pencil. As I navigated how to use it. I looked at pictures … Continue reading Wax On/Wax Off
Costume Musings: We Will Rock You
I was lucky enough to be asked to be on the Season Play Selection Committee at First City Players. I was sent a list of potential plays for the 23/24 season to read and help narrow down to individual plays. When I saw "We Will Rock You," my first thought was, "Cool!! Queen!" Then I … Continue reading Costume Musings: We Will Rock You
It’s A Patty Thing
October of this year Randy and I were in Renton. We were down to see our dad who was sick. Traveling is hard for Randy, but it was important to be there and give my dad a hug. As part of our weekend together, Randy asked if I would take him on an errand. We … Continue reading It’s A Patty Thing
Fourth of July Class Reunions
In Ketchikan, high school class reunions are held over the weekend of the Fourth. Each reunion class has a float in the parade and different activities all week long. This system is pretty brilliant when you think about it. Everyone knows when the Fourth is. Everyone knows how long ago they graduated... 10 years, 20. … Continue reading Fourth of July Class Reunions
Camping Notes
A year ago we took Weston Camping. He was 5. We had a blast. We played cards, we explored, we hiked, we went to a swimming hole, cooked s'mores and hot dogs. Played with the fire. He made campground friends on the little loop we camped on. Gracie joined us and we celebrated her birthday. … Continue reading Camping Notes
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