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Monthly Archives: July 2014
Day 212: Dinner Al Fresco
My first for today was delightful. I had planned on another first but discovered, late in the day, that the event had cancelled. I’ve learned not to fret over such situations. They’ve been a common occurrence this year and always, another … Continue reading
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Day 211: Complete the Pathway on the South Side
I’m very thrilled with the completion of the garden pathway, on the south side of the backyard. This was a two day project, with the majority of the work taking place yesterday. It was an ideal day to work in the … Continue reading
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Day 210: Paper Making
One of the most amazing benefits that I’ve experienced during this year of firsts has been making new friends. These wonderful people have so many gifts to offer to the world and it has been my privilege to learn from … Continue reading
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Day 209: Stroll Through the Butterfly Garden & Overlook in the Evening
I have intended to do this first for a couple of months now. The Butterfly Garden & Overlook, located in Cunningham Park at 26th and Maiden Lane, was dedicated and officially opened on May 22 of this year. I was … Continue reading
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Day 208: Outlaw Run Roller Coaster at Silver Dollar City
What a fun day! When my planned first cancelled out, the day opened up as did the possibilities. Greg and I headed to Branson, MO to visit the beautiful Silver Dollar City theme park and discover what firsts awaited there. … Continue reading
Day 206: Flower Border
Today’s first celebrates a huge accomplishment in the backyard makeover. I completed planting and mulching the 36 foot border that runs along the southern edge of the yard. The border follows the contours of the garden path that curves to … Continue reading
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Day 205: Lucy
What fun this evening, to participate in another movie night! My daughter Elissa and grandson Dayan invited me to see the new release, Lucy. I was delighted to accept. It is always fun to watch a movie at the theater with … Continue reading
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Day 204: Dawn of the Planet of the Apes
This evening, my sister Linda and I viewed the recently released movie, Dawn of the Planet of the Apes, at the theater. The second in the new Planet of the Ape series, this was a must see since we had not only seen … Continue reading
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Day 203: Paul Caponigro Exhibit at Spiva Center for the Arts
Writing about today’s first, visiting the Paul Caponigro Exhibit at the Spiva Center for the Arts, almost qualifies for a first, in and of itself. Rarely do I complete my first and have the chance to write about it so … Continue reading
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