Monthly Archives: April 2015

Journey 120: Screen Door in the Garden

This afternoon, while practicing one of my favorite past times, puttering in the garden, I stepped into the garage/workshop to search for an item. I walked deeper into the garage than I normally do when I am grabbing a rake … Continue reading

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Journey 119: North and South BBC Mini Series

An advantage of falling in love with a particular movie, such as The Hobbit, is a deepening appreciation of actors who were previously unknown to me. One such actor is Richard Armitage, who portrayed Thorin Oakenshield, the leader of the company … Continue reading

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Journey 118: National Blueberry Pie Day

April 28th is set aside each year to celebrate one of America’s favorite pies….blueberry. It’s one of my favorite pies too and has been since childhood. I had to find a way to enjoy this holiday, without blowing my healthy … Continue reading

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Journey 117: Afternoon Tea with Aubrey

I enjoy getting to pick my granddaughter up from school occasionally. Lately, we haven’t had time to do much more than spend a few minutes together as I transported her home. Today, knowing we had a bit more time allotted, … Continue reading

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Journey 116: Garden Cranes

   My search for a pair of cranes for my backyard garden began a year ago. I saw a pair in the garden section of a store and went home without them. I couldn’t get them out of my mind … Continue reading

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Journey 115: Phantom of the Opera with Chris Mann – Front Row Seats

I have a long history with Phantom of the Opera. I was captivated by the story 11 years ago, when I had my first Phantom experience watching the film with Gerard Butler in the title role. I fell in love. … Continue reading

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Journey 114: Jonathan’s Talent Show

  Tonight was such a treat, attending the Lakeside Elementary Talent Show. My 9 year old grandson, Jonathan, participated for the first time. At least 11 members of Jonathan’s family were present in the audience this evening, witnesses to this … Continue reading

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Journey 113: Repurposed Toolbox

   I’ve been anticipating getting to repurpose this awesome red toolbox that I picked up at the last 2 Friends & Junk Show. I’ve known since I purchased it where it would go.  Today I snatched time between appointments to … Continue reading

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Journey 112: Earth Day

April 22 each year marks the celebration of Earth Day. Earth Day was founded in 1970 by Gaylord Nelson, then a U.S. Senator from Wisconsin, after he witnessed the ravages of the massive 1969 oil spill in Santa Barbara, CA. At a … Continue reading

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Journey 111: The Wheels on the Mower Go Round and Round

  Today’s fun journey may seem small and insignificant. However, it was a first for me, and the outcome was beneficial for another.  Greg and I have been in Arkansas all day. We wanted to check in on Greg’s dad … Continue reading

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