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Not all those who wander are lost…
“Maybe life doesn’t get any better than this, or any worse, and what we get is just what we’re willing to find: small wonders, where they grow.”
-Barbara Kingsolver
LATEST POSTS
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The Blessing of Babysitting
The last couple weekends, I have spent my rowdy evenings babysitting. While this would be a burden to many people, for me it’s an absolute blessing. You see, I’ve always loved babies and children. Through the years, as my family and friends thought (hoped) this fascination would fade, it’s remained constant. Just last weekend, as…
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Finding Balance
As we slowly begin the season shift out of sleepy winter time, it seems that the pace of life has begun to pick up. It’s as if everyone and everything simultaneously got the memo that it’s time to come out of hibernation – every day of my schedule is suddenly scribbled with commitments. I can…
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Weekend Wandering
As expected, the weekend included lots of laying low and keeping cozy. I started the snowy Saturday off with this delicious, healthy, and easy breakfast of quinoa, edamame, egg, and avocado. Bella and I decided to brave the elements to enjoy a scenic walk and expend some energy. Fetch was played. Sticks were chewed. And…
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Have a Wonderful Weekend
What are you up to this weekend? I have/had grand plans of taking Bella to Mardi Growl to let her strut her stuff, but the weather forecast is awfully dismal (29 and snowy), so snuggling up in bed may be a better option… But I am very very excited for my good friend Cathy to visit…
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Speaking of Dreaming
We all need a place to capture our wildest dreams. Something tangible to to remind us of what inspires, what ignites our passions, and what brings us hope and joy. In today’s digital age many of us (myself included) tend towards a tablet, keyboard, or even phone to express ourselves. But I think there is…
The Small Wanders 