January 15, 2026 This year I have not made formal new year’s resolutions. It is not that I don’t have areas that could use improvement. I just find that grand resolutions are hard to keep. I probably should lose those 10 pounds that have been hanging on since COVID. Yes, I could work out moreContinue reading “Reclaiming Hope”
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Winter Solstice
12-21-25 At 10:03 am today, the sun shone directly on the Tropic of Capricorn marking the Winter Solstice and for us in the northern Hemisphere, the beginning of Winter. Each day after today, the days will be slightly longer. I struggle with the darkness at this time of year, so for me, the extra minutesContinue reading “Winter Solstice”
Rituals and Reunions
November 4, 2025 This past weekend saw a convergence of many seasonal milestones. Halloween, Day of the Dead, Samhain and a return to Standard Time all happened within 48 hours. It was the 60th birthday of a dear friend that included a lovely dinner out for seafood and formal party with even more mutual friendsContinue reading “Rituals and Reunions”