I had a really rough morning at work yesterday, so really needed a quiet walk in nature to ground and center myself so I could come back to my desk in a better mood and a kinder, gentler frame of mind. It was a perfect day to walk in the park close to my work.Continue reading “Spring Renewal”
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Seriously getting in the Yule Spirit
I spent some time outside at my home. By myself. In the wind. With some peppermint tea. I feel so much better now! On my drive to work, I was thinking about what to get my son and his family for Christmas/Yule, and came up with the perfect gifts! As a plus, I have alreadyContinue reading “Seriously getting in the Yule Spirit”
I Heard and Heeded the Call
This morning was one of those difficult ones, the kind that you wish you could just go back to bed and call it a day already! Hubby was not happy about my shopping trip yesterday (even though I got him some warm and comfortable fleece clothes to wear for his cancer treatments), and he wokeContinue reading “I Heard and Heeded the Call”
Small Steps
This is the way I feel right now as Hubby & I come to grips with his diagnosis. We now have appointments with an oncologist and an oncology radiologist. The appointments are 2 weeks away, but at least they are made and we will know more by Thanksgiving. I have picked up a mini plannerContinue reading “Small Steps”
Beginning a New Era
We got the results of Hubby’s biopsy on Saturday. He does have cancer, thankfully (if there can be such a thing with that kind of diagnosis), his cancer is due to a virus and usually responds well to treatment. We spent the rest of the weekend at home, quietly, just enjoying each other’s company andContinue reading “Beginning a New Era”
Reflections
As this year passes into the next, I am put into a reflective mood. I tried and failed to become independent of my husband. He hasn’t changed, but the way I view our marriage has changed. My attempt to leave has brought out a deep fissure between our daughter and us. I am trying toContinue reading “Reflections”
Exploring a New Religion
I have been searching for a religion that I can believe in and accept for a long time. Having been raised as a Methodist, I have been disappointed by the mainstream churches in my area and the people who control them. My heart follows nature and that is where I find my greatest peace, so,Continue reading “Exploring a New Religion”