Demanding Attention

The moment one gives close attention to anything, even a blade of grass, it becomes a mysterious, awesome, indescribably magnificent world in itself.” Henry Miller ( Linking up with Debbie Smyth’s Weekly Quotation-Inspired challenge.)

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Challenging Myself

I’ve been hitting walls. Physically, psychologically, and now emotionally. Through it all, I’ve kept pushing myself to carry on, but it’s not working. It’s time for change. Time to listen to my body, and slow down. Time to listen to my psyche and be gentler with myself. Time to stop fighting my emotions and allow […]

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Focus

For Nancy Merrill’s A Photo a Week Challenge: unexpected focus

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Sssss….

Shoe store, succulents, snow day, and snake for Lens-artists Photo Challenge: things starting with S

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Silver and Gold

For Cee’s Midweek Madness challenge: silver or gold

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Have a Cuppa

I’m a mug kind of gal –Spot of tea – Earl Grey or herbal – Feet up, mug in handa warm sip and I’m calm Save the fancy chinafor the birds! (For Cee’s Fun Foto Challenge: glasses, cups, or saucers.)

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Layered Realities

We beautify the mundane,with flowers, greens and such,and for further distraction,the whimsical’s a nice touch. History holds attraction,love anything quaint –celebrate our heritage,have difficulty with restraint. (For Calmkate’s Friday Fun: layers)

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3.2.1 Quote Me

Thank you to Dorinda at Night Owl Poetry for tagging me for Rory’s 321 Quote Me! Rules:1. Thank the selector2 Post 2 quotes for the dedicated topic3 Select 3 blogger to take part. The topic is Expression. Apologies to my family for using their images in this challenge. I won’t tag anyone, but invite any […]

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Yum!

Travelling is a challenge when food allergies are a concern. While in Ottawa, we stumbled upon a The Mill Street Pub, a restaurant overlooking the river, that offered gluten-free pizza, and it was delicious! Our youngest granddaughter, on her second birthday, preferred the watermelon to cake. There is nothing more satisfying than watching someone enjoy […]

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