It’s Christmas Time!!
‘Tis the season to be jolly! I realize that not everyone celebrates or likes Christmas, and I totally get it. (I’ve worked many a retail holiday. It’s true what they say…what doesn’t kill you only makes you stronger. ) Yet,…
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VIDEO | Rosie the Riveter
Wonderful discussion about the symbolism and cultural context of Norman Rockwell’s “Rosie the Riveter.”
To All My Soul Sisters
It’s hard to keep up with the boys. That’s something my sister and I definitely understand. We learned how to shoot guns and hold back our tears. To this very day we’re known to be a bit “wild,” but we’ve never given much…
Hands in the Soil
There is something therapeutic about handling dirt and watching things grow. Neglect, imperfection, accidents, ignorance. The beginning gardener faces many challenges, especially when the soil is foreign and your schedule is busy. But when you begin something new, you have…
Words of Wisdom
“I believe in pink. I believe that laughing is the best calorie burner. I believe in kissing, kissing a lot. I believe in being strong when everything seems to be going wrong. I believe that happy girls are the…
My 5 Year Plan:
My 5-Year Plan: Grow my hair out long and become a better hiker.
#Notetoself Suggestions for new life goals.
#Notetoself Create a lifestyle that nurtures peaceful contemplation and cultivate an appreciation for the simple rewards of life, such as good meals and good company. Plan your day around long walks and deep thoughts. Stride toward your purpose as though it…
Words of Wisdom
“In my walks, every man I meet is my superior in some way, and in that I learn from him.” – Ralph Waldo Emerson
Words of Wisdom
Everything has beauty, but not everyone sees it. – Confucius
Thoughts on the New Year: Looking Back & Looking Forward
2013 has left me with dark circles. I realize this as I am in the mirror, dabbing on concealer. It is a Saturday. From the bathroom, I can hear the music from the living room. Our apartment is small, and…
Words of Wisdom
“Character — the willingness to accept responsibility for one’s own life — is the source from which self-respect springs.” – Joan Didion, On Self-Respect
Easy Homemade Bread (Only Four Ingredients!)
There are some people who always seem to bring delicious treats to pot lucks. These people also have wonderful get-togethers with well-thought-out menus with appetizers, wine pairings, and/or specialty cocktails. Well, that’s definitely NOT me. I wish it were me,…
