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Monthly Archives: October 2014
Day 304: Birthday Lunch with Aubrey
My granddaughter, Aubrey, was born on Halloween, 6 years ago today. Far from being frightful, she’s been a delight since the moment of her birth. We had intended to celebrate her last Sunday, but the flu bug changed the plans. … Continue reading
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Day 303: Bride Ghost Under Phelps Grove Park Bridge
Today’s first seemed appropriate, being the week that it is. I had written this idea down early in the year, from a Springfield, MO publication that listed interesting things to do in this busy city. I can’t believe it is … Continue reading
Day 302: Edge of Tomorrow
Today’s first was postponed, due to a flat tire and a lengthy repair. That’s okay. That first is rescheduled, and if it works out, great. And if not, great! What I’ve learned this year is to go with the flow … Continue reading
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Day 301: Ask and It Is Given
For several weeks now, I’ve drawn one of my affirmation cards repeatedly. It states, “Everything that shows up in my life is an ongoing conversation with the Divine.” My awareness of that truth has increased greatly. By way of synchronicities, songs, words, … Continue reading
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Day 300: Herbal Concoctions
Being a bit under the weather today, I stayed close to home. It was easy enough to work on my laptop, since I didn’t have any showings or listing appointments scheduled. I needed a first that was just as easy. … Continue reading
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Day 299: Five Week Middle-Earth Movie Marathon
Today’s planned first was postponed due to family members battling the flu! I switched gears, on this beautiful Sunday afternoon, enjoying time in the garden and time relaxing with one of my favorite movies. As part of the countdown to … Continue reading
Day 298: Family Halloween Party
My family enjoys Halloween. The theme song from the Addams Family is appropriate for us: “They’re creepy and they’re kooky, mysterious and spooky….” Really, we relish any opportunity to gather as a family and have fun. And, certain members of … Continue reading
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Day 297: Being Light
Today’s first was based on a talk I presented Tuesday, which in turn was built around a delightful story of Elizabeth Gilbert’s, the author of Eat, Pray, Love. I love how things come together and then flow outward and today … Continue reading
Day 296: Sweet Carolines Treat with Cate
This afternoon, my dear friend Cate and I had planned a trip to Galena, KS to visit a new ice cream parlor there with a unique twist. Due to a death in the family, that parlor is closed for a … Continue reading
Day 295: Tea Time with Mimi Leta’s Vintage Teacup
Today’s first involved a very late tea time with fresh biscuits courtesy of Cracker Barrel. With a pat of butter and blackberry jam added to the hot biscuits, this simple tea was an easy delicious dinner. What made this one … Continue reading
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