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Tag Archives: self exploration
Take It Or ‘Leaf’ It: Red Is Ahead
My mother coveted red hair. That’s how I first became acquainted with the longing for red. Later she painted her library red, and when my husband and I renovated our farmhouse I imitated her with a Chinese red in our … Continue reading
In Defense of Yellow
One of my first words was ‘lellow.’ That’s because I couldn’t pronounce ‘yellow.’ When I was old enough to say ‘canary’ I was given one that ate sugar cubes out of my ears and … Continue reading
FORGIVENESS
Growing up in my family, I don’t remember hearing anyone say “I’m sorry.” It was unheard of to ask for forgiveness, and apologizing was tantamount to admitting weakness or defeat. Nevertheless, as the youngest, I said “I’m sorry” many times … Continue reading
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Tagged community, family, inner child, personal growth, self exploration
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On Learning…
Every day I receive Mary Holland’s Naturally Curious blog. Most days I read it and learn new tidbits about nature, like how a certain kind of dragon fly lays its eggs in cattails, or how father loons take turns with … Continue reading
Speaking Of Fairness. . .
“That’s not fair!” Ever heard that refrain? Ever said it? At least you must have felt it, because life isn’t fair.
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Genesis 2: “And the heaven and the earth were finished, and all their myriads. And on the seventh day God finished His work, which He had made; and He rested on the seventh day… And God blessed the seventh day, … Continue reading
Creating A Good Day
It’s morning! The first yellow light of day lays a gentle hand on my bed. I open my eyes and look outside.
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Tagged abundance, energy, meditation, nature, Self, self exploration
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