I believe in giving everything a try (few exceptions) before rejecting them for life. Skiing falls into one such category. I was dragged reluctantly to try this new sport a few years back. I donned my shiny bright suit, complete with ski boots and a ski mask and headed off for the first ever lesson … Continue reading My ski adventure
Perceptions
I was sitting under the Oak Tree shooting the breeze when a small birdie landed at my feet. It started pecking at the grains of rice that were scattered on the ground. I wondered ... the tiny grain of rice was tiny for me, but was probably the bird's quarter, half or full meal. A … Continue reading Perceptions
Err on the side of mercy
I was doing some yard work today and had leashed Cherry outdoors. She was barking non-stop, so I had to stop what I was doing and went to look at her. She had made her way down the steps, twisted her leash around a bush, and wanted to be freed. I looked at her like … Continue reading Err on the side of mercy
World No Tobacco Day
Today May 31st, is World No Tobacco Day. I care a lot about the environment and the legacy I will leave behind. Taking a minute to acknowledge and spread the word. My 'Web of Life' post is my ode to inter-connected-ness. Many thanks for not consuming tobacco or if you plan to quit, today might … Continue reading World No Tobacco Day
The care and keeping of an orchid
We have moved in and out of several apartments/homes over the years. One thing that has been constant, is an orchid plant as a house warming gift. I think I probably moved often, just so I could receive this beautiful and elegant plant as a gift. I admire it greatly and the flowers remind me … Continue reading The care and keeping of an orchid
Web of Life
I threw a cherry pit It grew into a tree. The squirrel ate the cherry fruit The snake ate her before she could scoot. The eagle scooped the snake The wind swept away the eagle before it was even awake. The mighty mountain stopped the wind Water rushed through the mountain and it was skinned. … Continue reading Web of Life
‘I’ Movement
Cherry and Coco were two puppies waiting to be adopted by a loving family. Out of earshot of their mom, they had the following conversation: Cherry - Hey, Coco, got a minute? Coco - 'ssup. Cherry - I heard that a family is coming tomorrow to get one of us. I am worried I won't … Continue reading ‘I’ Movement
